The Untold Story: British Intelligence’s Role in the Overthrow of the Assad Regime
As Syria’s future grows ever more uncertain, the rapid collapse of the Assad regime and the disintegration of its military forces leave an increasingly complex and volatile landscape. Political delegations are rushing to Damascus, eager to legitimize new leaders still
What If We Had Chosen Martin Luther’s Path?
In tracing the civilizational divergence between East and West, I find myself repeatedly stopping at the year 1517. In that year, two pivotal events occurred, shaping the course of world history: one led the West toward democracy and enlightenment, while
The Consequences of Syria’s Collapse
Over the past few days, dramatic and unprecedented events have unfolded in Syria. In less than 10 days, Bashar al-Assad’s regime fell to a Sunni-Kurdish alliance—an outcome that was neither anticipated nor imagined. This historic shift is not merely a
The Power of Face-to-Face Communication in Middle Eastern Business
For centuries, business leaders and traders have traveled far and wide and braved challenging conditions to conduct commerce in person. Today, however, virtual communication technologies make it possible to meet via a screen, eliminating excessive travel time and costs. Still,
A Review of Red Sea Film Festival 2024
The fourth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah delivered a dazzling cinematic celebration, redefining the landscape of regional film festivals and capturing global attention with its artistic diversity and star-studded presence. This year’s event showcased an
Syrian Civil Society: A Lifeline amidst the Storm
The Syrian crisis continues to escalate, characterized by intensified military operations, a deteriorating humanitarian situation, and increased foreign interference. In the face of this complex reality, Syrian civil society has emerged as a vital force striving to build a better
From Bonn to Berlin: A Tale of Two Cities
During my stay in Berlin, I engaged with experts specialising in the development of new cities. The relocation of Germany’s capital from Bonn to Berlin provides valuable lessons that merit close examination. The number of federal government employees in Germany
Guest Opinion: Journey through Xinjiang — unveiling the truth
In reality, Xinjiang’s development stems from the Chinese government’s policies that focus on enhancing infrastructure, accelerating economic growth, religious freedom, and education and training for ethnic minorities. On my way to visit Emin County in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous
Guest Opinion: False narratives about Xinjiang won’t halt its development
Xinjiang has come a long way, from a region hit by extremism to a thriving hub of development. The government’s focus on unity and opportunity has dramatically changed the region. When China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region was subjected to
Guest Opinion: Uncovering facts about Xinjiang as a BRI hub
China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region connects China with Central Asia. Due to its location as China’s western gateway for trade with Central Asia and Europe, the government has made great efforts to develop Xinjiang into a hub of the Belt