Wednesday, April 22nd | 5 Iyyar 5786

Subscribe

avatar Hany Ghoraba
Hany Ghoraba is an Egyptian writer, political and counter-terrorism analyst at Al Ahram Weekly, author of Egypt's Arab Spring: The Long and Winding Road to Democracy and a regular contributor to the BBC.

ARTICLES BY: Hany Ghoraba


December 19, 2024 10:55 am
0

Why Confronting Iran Should Be a Major Priority for the Trump Administration

Following Donald Trump's major victory in the 2024 US presidential elections, the new administration is facing a number of international crises that extend from the...

November 19, 2024 11:20 am
0

European Surprise: Switzerland Takes a Hardliner Stance Against Terrorism

Historically known for its neutrality, Switzerland maintained decades of politically neutral and pacifist policies towards international conflicts, while seeking world peace as a motto. But...

November 1, 2024 9:51 am
0

Unreported in the Western Media: Hezbollah Is Losing Popular Support in Lebanon

If one were to rely on the Western media for an assessment of the degree of support among the Lebanese population for Hezbollah, it would...

October 31, 2024 9:32 am
0

New Hezbollah Leader Continues Legacy of Terrorism and Subordination to Iran

Hezbollah is still attempting to recoup its losses following the Israeli targeting of its leaders -- including the terrorist group's iconic ruler, Hassan Nasrallah, who...

August 22, 2023 9:59 am
0

Central Asian Islamic State Terrorists Become the Latest Threat to Germany

German and Dutch security officers arrested nine Islamic State (IS) members on July 7 in a major sweep operation in both countries. Seven of the...

July 13, 2023 9:48 am
0

The Egyptian Counter Revolution: 10 Years Later

Islamists' rapid rise to power in the Middle East following the Arab Spring revolutions came to a halt following a popular revolution that swept Egypt...

May 11, 2023 9:45 am
0

Presidential Elections Place Turkey’s Future at Stake

Ailing Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is set to face one of the biggest political challenges in his career this Sunday, as he seeks reelection...

February 28, 2023 11:14 am
0

Turkish President Erdogan’s ‘Fate’ May Hinge on Poor Earthquake Response

As Turkey continues to dig out from the rubble of a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake earlier this month, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is being accused...

February 13, 2023 11:45 am
0

Hezbollah Provokes Friction with Egypt and Scapegoats America

Lebanon is experiencing one of its roughest phases since the end of the civil war in 1990. The country has been without a president for...

January 18, 2023 12:33 pm
0

On its 35th Anniversary, Hamas Promises More Violence

Unemployment in Gaza is now more than 40 percent. Its infrastructure is in shambles, with electricity and clean water often scarce. Hamas, which has controlled Gaza...

December 22, 2022 11:21 am
0

Qatari Islamization of the World Cup Backfires

While fans will remember the 22nd World Cup as one of the best final matches in tournament history, the games also will be remembered as...

December 14, 2022 11:27 am
0

Muslim Brotherhood Succession Crisis Deepens

The Nov. 4 death of the Muslim Brotherhood's acting general guide, Ibrahim Munir, triggered a new internal power struggle. At the moment, there are three factions...

November 18, 2022 11:19 am
0

Deceased Islamic Preacher Gets Equally Radical Successor Who Also Hates Israel

Ali al-Qaradaghi already followed his mentor, Yusuf al-Qaradawi, as host of one of Al Jazeera's most popular television programs. And he is the general secretary...

October 9, 2022 12:19 am
0

Muslim Brotherhood Silent Over Improving Qatari-Egyptian Relations

The Qatari government has supported Islamist movements, namely the Muslim Brotherhood, financially and politically since the Arab Spring revolutions broke out a decade ago. But...

World

Iran Seizes Ships in Strait of Hormuz After Trump Extends Ceasefire

Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, tightening its grip on the strategic waterway after US President Donald Trump called off attacks with no sign of...

Israel

Israel Competes in World Cheerleading Championships for First Time Ever

Israel is competing for the first time ever in the 2026 ICU World Cheerleading Championships. The competition begins on Wednesday, which is also Israel's Independence Day. The ISCU, the official cheerleading organization...

Middle East

Attacks in South Lebanon Strain Ceasefire on Eve of Washington Talks

An Israeli strike killed two people in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, Lebanon's state news agency reported, and Hezbollah said it launched an attack drone at Israeli forces in the south, further straining a ceasefire between the Iran-backed...

Algemeiner.com

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Email a copy of to a friend
This field is hidden when viewing the form
This field is hidden when viewing the form
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.