Al-Khelaifi Charged in French Firm Investigation.
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been charged in France with complicity in abuse of power in an investigation into Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund, a source familiar with the case told AFP on Thursday.Al-Khelaifi was charged on Feb. 5 with complicity in buying votes and harming the freedom to vote, a judicial source said, after […]
Media Control in Northeast Syria: The SDF’s Assault on Press Freedom.
By Michael Arizanti As Syria navigates a historic political transformation following Bashar al-Assad’s fall, the fight for press freedom continues- but not where many might expect. While independent journalists now report freely from Damascus and other areas under the transitional government’s control, the Kurdish-led Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) maintains an oppressive […]
What Future For U.S. Aid After Dismantling The United States Agency For International Development?
By Nabil S. Mikhail The scope of the ramifications of the Trump Administration’s 90-day freeze on American aid to many countries remains debatable. The foreign nations receiving U.S. assistance have not yet figured out how to replace the aid they receive from America, potentially leading to the discontinuation of many ongoing projects. Contractors are also […]
Jude Elie: The Heartbeat of Haiti’s Democratic Awakening.
WASHINGTON DC: In the vibrant yet often challenging landscape of Haiti, Jude Elie emerges not as just another politician, but as a beacon of hope, a catalyst for a transformative era. His campaign resonates deeply with the Haitian spirit, embodying not just the pursuit of political office but a profound quest to reclaim the dignity […]
The ICC Oversteps: An Assault on National Sovereignty and Security.
By Maria Maalouf In the world of international law, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has stirred up quite a storm lately. Picture this: the ICC, set up to be the superhero of global justice, is now throwing punches at countries that didn’t even sign up for its club. The Rome Statute created the ICC to […]
UAE Mediation Triumphs: 300 Prisoners Swapped Between Russia and Ukraine.
By Avi kaner In a remarkable display of diplomacy amidst the ongoing conflict, the United Arab Emirates has once again proven its worth as a mediator, facilitating the exchange of 300 prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine. This recent act of humanitarianism on Wednesday marks yet another milestone in the UAE’s efforts to bring […]
Marco Rubio at the Helm: The New Face of U.S. Diplomacy.
By Maria Maalouf With the ink barely dry on his oath as the new Secretary of State, Marco Rubio has already begun to reshape the contours of American foreign policy. His ascent to this pivotal role, under President Trump’s second term, signals a shift towards a more assertive, perhaps even confrontational, stance in international affairs. […]
Navigating NATO’s Loyalties: Denmark’s Sovereignty vs. America’s Ambition for Greenland.
By Prof. Bill Michael The recent declaration by President Donald Trump regarding his interest in acquiring Greenland has not only stirred the political waters but has also placed NATO at a crossroads of loyalty and strategic interest. This situation pits the sanctity of sovereignty against the allure of geopolitical strategy, asking a fundamental question: will […]
The Lebanese Military Court: A Tool for Security or a Means to Suppress Opposition?
By Toni Boulos Calls to amend the Military Judiciary Law due to vague powers that open the door to political interference. Recently, Lebanon’s Military Court has witnessed notable changes, most prominently the appointments made by President Joseph Aoun shortly after his election, without consulting political forces, including Hezbollah. This decision is considered unprecedented, as military […]
International Holocaust Remembrance Day events at the United Nations.
Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, Holocaust survivor Marianne Miller and President Herzog will represent the State of Israel at UN events this coming week. International Holocaust Remembrance Day at the United Nations will be commemorated this year with the inauguration of an exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, […]