Egypt's repression of political opponents has reportedly included the wrongful detention and torture of many local dissidents. However, the recent death of an Italian researcher has now renewed international attention, writes Francesca Fazey
While a lull in the Yemeni conflict signals a move towards possible resolution, an uneven security environment creates challenges for companies looking to re-engage, writes Julian Karssen.
As relations once again deteriorate between Saudi Arabia and Iran, the lasting effect is likely to be an extension of regional conflicts, writes Julian Karssen
Julian Karssen reviews the ways in which the Islamic State militant group has consolidated its operations in Iraq and Syria over 2015, with a focus on the group's diverse sources of income. Going into 2016, as IS's influence spreads throughout the globe, the group's growing array of affiliates are increasingly likely to replicate its modus operandi…
The recent spate of violence in Israel and the Occupied Territories of Palestine has drawn international attention back to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but the prospects for renewed peace negotiations are at a low ebb, writes Julian Karssen.
The kidnapping and execution of a Croatian national by the Islamic State's (IS) affiliate in northern Sinai indicates increasing co-operation between IS and criminal groups in mainland Egypt, writes Julian Karssen.
With the Syrian regime suffering major territorial losses in recent months, Russia has increased its military presence in the country to prevent the fall of the current government. Although Russia and the West may temporarily cooperate in fighting the Islamic State (IS), fundamental differences remain, writes Saif Islam and Julian Karssen.
As the Turkish government launches a two-front counter-terrorism campaign against the Islamic State (IS) and local Kurdish militants, the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) appears to have its eye on improving its performance at the voting booth. However, the strategy looks unlikely to produce the dramatic turnaround that the AKP is hoping for,…