Afkār is a publication of the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, providing short-form analyses, insights, and perspectives on regional issues and developments from the Council's experts and outside contributors. Afkār is published in English and Arabic, and is edited by Omar H. Rahman.
Fresh off a diplomatic win in sub-Saharan Africa, Trump advisor Massad Boulos paid a visit to Libya and signaled the administration’s desire to reset its approach in the country.
After shutting out traditional partners France and Spain, Algeria has quickly expanded ties with Italy with larger geopolitical implications for the region.
While maintaining diplomatic ties with Damascus, Beijing is keeping the new government at arm’s length, conditioning deeper ties and support for UN sanctions relief on the removal of foreign fighters from Syria.