UK ambassador remembers former emir of Qatar as humble and humorous
Former UK Ambassador to Qatar Sir Graham Boyce remembers the late Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow
Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow President Ahmed al-Sharaa says improving the economy and strengthening public services are key priorities. Save Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa (top, centre)…
Meet the Cubans stuck in Mexico under Donald Trump’s deportation campaign
‘Like we were dogs’ For Scull Delgado, life in the US began with the famous Mariel boatlift, a 1980 exodus that saw some 125,000 Cubans pile onto small, rickety boats…
Israeli forces kill five Palestinians in latest attacks on Gaza
Israeli forces kill five Palestinians in latest attacks on Gaza Since a US-brokered truce in October, Israeli attacks have killed more than 1,098 Palestinians in Gaza. Save Israeli air raids…
Bill for Hillsborough Law set to be approved by MPs
The long-delayed bill to create a Hillsborough Law is expected to be approved by MPs next week after the government confirmed it could return to Parliament before the summer recess.…
What made US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham a controversial figure
What made US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham a controversial figure Known for his hawkish views on US defence and foreign policies, Graham strongly supported Ukraine in its war with Russia…
FIFA, Infantino, to examine 64-team World Cup for 2030 tournament
FIFA, Infantino, to examine 64-team World Cup for 2030 tournament FIFA President Gianni Infantino considering a proposal to add a further 16 nations ahead of the World Cup in four…
The architect of Qatari autonomy
Opinion The architect of Qatari autonomy Sheikh Hamad bin Khaifa Al Thani made Qatar safe by making it relevant. By Andreas Krieg Dr Andreas Krieg is an associate professor in…
Driven by desperation: Yemenis resort to dangerous energy alternatives
News Driven by desperation: Yemenis resort to dangerous energy alternatives Solar energy systems are one alternative to help Yemenis access electricity. However, they can be a source of danger, with…
Friends turned foes: The split reshaping Senegal
Ousmane Sonko reveals what ended his political partnership with the president, sparking a constitutional standoff.