In a glimmer of hope amid a dire humanitarian crisis, the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza briefly opened its gates to allow a limited supply of crucial aid into the beleaguered Palestinian territory. This was the first time the crossing had been unlocked since Israel sealed it off following the violent upheaval caused … Read more
Egypt’s President, Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi, declared on Tuesday that his country would not permit Palestinians to escape the ongoing bombardment of Gaza and seek refuge in Egypt. This decision effectively shuts down the sole evacuation route for civilians wishing to heed Israel’s warning to leave Gaza. El-Sissi expressed Egypt’s hope for a peaceful resolution to the … Read more
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has officially declared his candidacy for a third term in the upcoming December elections, setting the stage for a political contest that has raised concerns over harassment and intimidation of opposition candidates. Al-Sisi’s decision to seek re-election comes at a challenging time for Egypt, with the country grappling with economic … Read more
The recent expansion of BRICS to include four West Asian nations, along with two other influential countries, has sparked attention due to the prevailing geopolitical dynamics. This expansion is noteworthy for the geopolitical signals it sends and the potential impact on global relationships. Disillusionment with the US/West The addition of Saudi Arabia, Iran, UAE, and … Read more