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The geopolitical fallout from the US-Iran war has spilled over into Africa, where the US and China are now locked in a fierce contest for political influence and control over the continent’s vital mineral resources and trade corridors.
Mustapha Boudoumi
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani’s recent visit to Beirut has significant implications and signals Syria’s efforts to redefine its relationship with Hezbollah and reset Lebanon-Syria ties based on the new geopolitical dynamics in the region.
Sohaib Jawhar
Western, especially European, reactions to the 2022 and 2026 FIFA World Cups reveal double standards. While Qatar faced a barrage of unfair criticism, the US has escaped accountability for organizing a tournament marred by several controversies, including visa discrimination, issues of accessibility and affordability, and bias.
Kristian Coates Ulrichsen, Annelle Sheline
The disruption of fertilizer exports through the Strait of Hormuz exposes vulnerabilities in global food systems and is pushing governments to prioritize resilience over efficiency.
Logan Cochrane
As traditional diplomatic channels faltered, Qatar and Pakistan emerged as complementary intermediaries helping manage one of the region’s most dangerous crises.
Giorgio Cafiero
Ankara’s handling of the Iran war has strengthened its foreign policy standing while helping deflect domestic criticism and portray political opposition as a liability in a volatile region. The risk is that Türkiye’s geopolitical leverage is used to consolidate political power rather than strengthen national capacity.