Summary: a new book on Yemen by Arab Digest contributor Helen Lackner is an invaluable primer on the history, politics and prospects of a country stalked by war.
Summary: as the economy crashes irregular migration has surged to levels not seen since 2011 with new routes, methods and actors becoming involved.
Summary: with EU authorities investing in deterrence and containment, while abandoning people in distress at sea, the central Mediterranean Sea remains deadly.
Summary: both the UAE and Saudi Arabia have made significant commitments to net zero, for the Emiratis it’s 2050 and the Saudis 2060, but getting there will be a challenge for both Gulf states.
Summary: Bahrain’s crown prince made bold commitments at COP26 but reality in the small Gulf island kingdom shows a government that continues to put profits ahead of environmental concerns.
Summary: As Mauritania’s president steps up his anti-corruption drive and the country’s neighbours face growing terrorist insurrections, Britain’s new ambassador in Nouakchott talks up opportunities for British business
Summary: Events of the last few months have put the population of Gaza under ever more severe pressure. Two Egyptian tanks crossed an initial border fence leading to Gaza for the first time yesterday 12 September, without entering Gaza itself.
Summary: No change following elections. Gruesome death of a poor fishmonger sparks widespread protests. The King convenes an African summit to support Morocco’s re-entry into the African Union.
