The reality of climate change has become undeniable as life-threatening heat waves test human survival limits globally. Record-breaking temperatures and devastating heat indexes, alongside a critical rise in global temperatures, highlight the urgent need for action.

Escalating violence against humanitarian workers, particularly local staff, is a growing yet underreported crisis in conflict-prone regions. In 2023, the death toll for aid workers nearly doubled, with almost 300 fatalities…

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.

The southern Mediterranean shores are increasingly plagued by geopolitical tensions, exacerbated by Libya's crises of arms trafficking and migration. The post-2011 destabilization of Libya led to a proliferation of small arms and light weapons…

The Nile Delta, a critical hub of Egypt's historical, agricultural, and cultural heritage, faces a severe ecological crisis driven by climate change. Rising temperatures and sea levels threaten this densely populated region, home to nearly 50 million people.

The southern Mediterranean shores are increasingly plagued by geopolitical tensions, exacerbated by Libya's crises of arms trafficking and migration. The post-2011 destabilization of Libya led to a proliferation of small arms and light weapons…

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.

Nearly fifteen years after a supposed "awakening," Libya remains crippled by division, conflict, and self-interested actors masquerading as supporters. The country is trapped between the Government of National Unity in Tripoli and the eastern…

American universities, long heralded as bastions of free speech and engines of social change, now face a troubling decline in their handling of the Palestinian solidarity movement. Recent events at Columbia University, where over 200 pro-Palestinian…

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.

The rapprochement between Turkiye and Egypt marks a pivotal shift in regional diplomacy, with profound implications for the Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa, particularly Libya. This thawing of relations, highlighted by diplomatic exchanges and President…

The dispute between Ethiopia and Egypt over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) exemplifies the complexities of hydro-diplomacy and the urgent need for sustainable management of transboundary water resources.

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…

Political instability, coups, and the rise of violent extremist groups are alarming trends in West Africa and the Sahel. These regions face serious challenges like weak governance, economic decline, and insecurity…

In the ongoing efforts to stabilize Libya, the upcoming Sirte National Reconciliation Summit faces significant hurdles due to entrenched divisions within the country and the influence of foreign actors. Past diplomatic initiatives have struggled to address Libya's complex political landscape, and the Sirte summit is no exception.

The Sahel, spanning 4,000 miles along the Sahara's southern fringe, faces heightened instability, with Chad becoming the latest hotspot. Recent violence in N’Djamena underlines the region's precarious security dynamics, amplified by sociopolitical unrest and economic despair. Chad's internal strife, stemming from years of authoritarian rule…

Morocco's agricultural sector confronts a critical dilemma amid climate change, balancing food security with water scarcity. Prolonged droughts and climate adversities pose significant challenges, affecting not only rural landscapes but also the broader economy.

In a region swarming with geopolitical turmoil, Iraq, under Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, faces a critical moment in its quest for reconstruction and national identity. Al-Sudani's ‘Iraq First’ vision aims to assert sovereignty amid external pressures and internal divisions, reflecting Iraqi aspirations for stability and progress. There are plenty of challenges…