Informed Comment

Israel’s Bombing decimated Gaza’s cultural sites, as UNESCO responds Tepidly

UNESCO’s failures have consequences beyond Gaza, as they weaken deterrence of attacks on heritage sites globally

“It was only a start of surprise. I was astonished to see him in Baghdad, for I had an appointment with him tonight in Samarra.”

the U.S. is approaching the precipice without articulating a vision as to what will follow, plunging toward a large-scale war against Iran

Barkeep, why grieve about the future fate of friends? Bring out your finest vintage — since the night is disappearing.

In MENA, restraint and economic statecraft eclipse proxy wars, as Iran’s overstretch contrasts with Saudi Arabia’s calculation

Africa is expected to bear a heavy toll, with more than 170 million people predicted to be exposed to food crises

The SCOTUS decision striking down arbitrary Trump tariffs will make solar panel imports cheaper

Severe shortages of food, fuel, and basic services define daily existence among people in Gaza

The Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) – have investments in land, food processing and agricultural trade