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By Engineer Saleem Al-Batayneh The American midterm elections of November 4 delivered a political earthquake to Washington. With Democrats taking control of both chambers of Congress, the result became a direct referendum on President Donald Trump’s leadership, particularly his handling of the economy, the war, government spending and …

The next major transformation in warfare may not be defined by the introduction of another fighter aircraft, missile system or surveillance platform. It may instead be determined by the growing ability of machines to identify, select and engage targets with diminishing human intervention. Artificial intelligence is already transforming …

  The end of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara marks a turning point in one of North Africa’s longest-running territorial disputes. After more than three decades of international involvement, the termination of MINURSO raises a fundamental question: what happens when an international mechanism designed to …

Angela Smith The prospect of renewed negotiations between Russia and Ukraine presents an important diplomatic opportunity, but it also exposes the fundamental difficulty of ending a war in which the parties continue to disagree over territory, sovereignty and the future European security architecture. The planned United States-mediated trilateral …

Antony Baker The global energy crisis has once again demonstrated that geography remains one of the most powerful instruments of international politics. The Strait of Hormuz is not merely a maritime passage connecting the Gulf to international markets. It is a strategic artery through which the economic stability …

 Dr. Shehab Al-Makahleh The American midterm elections have delivered more than a domestic political verdict. They have exposed a deeper question about the United States’ position in an increasingly uncertain international system: can Washington continue to exercise global leadership when confidence in its political direction, strategic commitments and …

  Key Points Artificial intelligence and semiconductor production have become instruments of geopolitical power. US-China competition increasingly extends beyond tariffs and military capabilities. Export controls, technology restrictions and critical-mineral dependencies are reshaping global trade. Taiwan, South Korea, Japan and European economies occupy strategically important positions. Countries that control …

James Sullivan Key Points The regional conflict has exposed the limits of relying exclusively on external security guarantees. Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan are developing a more structured defence relationship. The UAE and other Gulf states are increasingly balancing military preparedness with diplomatic engagement. Iran remains a central …

Dr. Shehab Al-Makahleh Key points The Democratic victory in both chambers of Congress represents a significant political setback for Donald Trump. Congressional opposition will increase scrutiny of military spending, foreign commitments and executive decisions. The president nevertheless retains considerable constitutional authority over foreign policy and military operations. Allies …