The recent European parliamentary elections may signal shifts in EU policies toward North Africa, crucial for managing migration, energy security, counterterrorism, regional stability, and climate change.

Tunisia, once the Arab Spring's sole democratic success, is now in severe regression, marked by an alarming crackdown on migrants, civil society, NGOs, journalists, and political opposition.

Libya's fractured political and security landscape is dominated by hybrid armed groups that have morphed into quasi-state actors, hindering the nation's journey toward stability and sovereignty.

The crisis in Sudan, inflamed by violence between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces since April 2023, has unleashed profound suffering and regional instability. Over 8.6 million people have been displaced…

The EU's proposed Pact on Migration and Asylum, aiming to address the persistent issue of migration, arrives at a crucial moment in the bloc’s history. This comprehensive framework seeks to balance border control with "mandatory solidarity" among member states.

Europe's migration management strategies, particularly in dealings with the Maghreb, illustrate a paradox at the core of European policy. Reliance on agreements with local authoritarian leaders to curb migration risks entrenching autocracy and…

The once-dominant paradigm of a divided world between the ‘West’ and the ‘Rest’ is giving way to a more nuanced, multipolar global order. The West's influence is waning as diverse state and non-state actors assert their agency, challenging traditional alliances…

France's withdrawal from the Sahel marks the end of a military-centered strategy that prioritized security over development, ultimately leading to a misalignment with regional needs and a deterioration of France's standing.

Iraq faces a complex nexus of political, security, and economic challenges exacerbated by internal discord and foreign interference. The intertwining of state-aligned militia groups with political and security spheres complicates governance and undermines sovereignty.

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region faces a turbulent year ahead, characterized by geopolitical rifts, shifting power dynamics, and socio-political transformations. As nearly half of the world's population heads to the polls in 40 countries…

Europe's migration policies toward North African countries, notably Tunisia, face scrutiny due to controversies and systemic human rights abuses. Despite significant spending on border management and externalization strategies, irregular migration persists…

Moscow's deepening involvement in eastern Libya, particularly through its alliance with Khalifa Haftar, signals a significant geopolitical shift. Russia's strategic maneuvers, including plans for air and naval bases, highlight its intent to expand influence in the region.

Europe's aspiration for strategic autonomy has waned in the face of geopolitical crises, prompting a shift towards strategic interdependence. This evolution necessitates reevaluating Europe's North Africa policy, which has been historically marred…

Derna, Libya, devastated by Storm Daniel, faces not only the aftermath of a natural disaster but also the corruption and oppression of its own authorities. Survivors struggle amidst blackouts and repression, abandoned by those meant to protect them.

A clandestine meeting between Libya and Israel's foreign ministers, intended to signal formal engagement, instead triggered protests and political turmoil in Libya, undermining US strategic ambitions in the region.

Since assuming the presidency, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani has made anti-corruption a priority in Iraq, but progress remains sluggish due to entrenched corruption within the power-sharing system. Despite massive oil wealth, corruption persists in all sectors…

The EU's response to irregular migration in the Mediterranean, focused on security rather than humane interventions, has exacerbated the crisis, leading to tragic consequences and rising anti-immigrant sentiments.

The EU's historical engagement with the Maghreb faces challenges due to missteps, lack of unified policy, and shifting global priorities. Issues such as Libya's instability and Algeria-Morocco tensions further highlight the EU's struggle to influence…

The US is relegating itself to a back seat in Africa rather than pursuing a coherent policy to safeguard its professed ideals better. In the past few decades, the US has mostly prioritized counterterrorism operations in conjunction with humanitarian interventions, albeit limited.