Corruption and Sectarianism Sinking PM Hopefuls in Iraq
The old guard has yet to moot a palatable candidate for the young Iraqis demanding change.
Libyan Civil War Swings in Tripoli’s Favor
But the longstanding conflict is still far from over. In fact, it might be on the brink of a new escalation from Egypt.
Global Forecast (05-29-2017)
The fight to retake Marawi in the southern Philippines, Trump’s first FONOP in the South China Sea, and Merkel makes some history.
London: Two Cities, Two Messages to China
China and the UK have agreed a scheme which allows companies from both countries to dual list on the Shanghai and London Stock Exchanges. Financiers have hailed it as a milestone but politically, the UK’s relationship with China remains complicated - especially now that Britain’s minister for Asia has been suspended for alleged violent conduct.
Turkey Elections: Istanbul Heads for a Rerun
The loss of Turkey’s most important municipality was apparently too much to bear. But will the move to push for a re-run end up backfiring on President Erdogan?
Can Kazakhstan’s Nazarbayev Secure His Legacy?
Nursultan Nazarbayev’s reputation as a brilliant strategist will be put to the test during the transition to the next generation of Kazakh leaders.
Kazakhstan’s Nazarbayev Steps Down, But Not Out
News of Nazarbayev’s departure may be premature. Despite letting go of the presidency, the long-time ruler will be in a position to control Kazakh politics for many years to come.
Wilayat Khorasan: Past and Present Dynamics in the Af-Pak Region
Tracing the rise of Islamic States Af-Pak affiliate, Wilayat Khorasan.
Southern Thailand’s Fractured Peace Process at a Crossroads
Hopes of a breakthrough have evaporated after a government no-show at peace talks in February. Can the next Thai government regain recent momentum?
Kurdish Independence: The Next Phase of the Iraq Civil War?
With the oil-rich city of Kirkuk under its control, the government of Iraqi Kurdistan is moving toward formal independence from Iraq.