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THE CONFLICT PATH SERIES IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA ISSUE NO 43 April 2025
Translated By. Abdulrahman Anwar Research assistant in the international affairs unit Editorial Conflicts in the Middle East and Africa are a reflection of the complexity of long-standing conflicts, reflecting the way they interact, their duration, the behavior and demands of the actors, the conditions of the parties to settle them, the dynamism that characterizes them, […]
Analyzing Trump’s Remarks on the Suez and Panama Canals
By: Laila Ahmed (Research Assistant at the International Affairs Unit) “American ships, both military and commercial, should be allowed to travel, free of charge, through the Panama and Suez canals!” Trump posted on Saturday on social media. A post that sparked outrage, condemnation, and even mockery across the globe. His demands although could be labeled […]
What’s behind the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s visit to the United States?
By: Abdulrahman Anwar Research assistant in the international affairs unit Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visited the United States for the second time after visiting Trump in Mar-a-Logo, Florida in Jan 5, 2025 to congratulate him on his inauguration, and they held the first official meeting in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, April 17, 2025, where […]
Azerbaijan and the African Gateway: An Analysis of the Defense Agreement with Somalia
Prepared by: Amani El-Sorogy Assistant Researcher – Turkish States Studies Program The signing of the defense cooperation agreement between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Somalia in February 2025 marks a significant shift in Azerbaijan’s foreign policy orientation, particularly in its security dimension. Baku has not traditionally been known for its engagement in […]
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In light of the crisis and conflicts faced by both Arab and African countries, the Center seeks, through its diverse academic and applied activities, to contribute by providing objective and analytical material to decision makers and makers, to help them come up with effective action proposals towards various crisis and issues.