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From Balkh to Konya: Discovering Rumi’s spiritual geopolitics
While Jalal al-Din Rumi is synonymous with Islamic mysticism, a deeper dig brings to light the West Asian political changes and upheaval that shaped his world and other-worldly view.
Jul 30, 2022
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Iraqi, Turkish defense ministers discuss cooperation and security
The meeting comes after years of Turkiye's violations of Iraqi sovereignty in its fight against the PKK
Mar 21, 2023
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Israel’s uncertain future in the wake of Great Power conflict
As global power dynamics continue to shift, Israel's close western alignment could limit its ability to engage with emerging powers in the east. Arch-rival Iran, which has established ties with Russia and China, will be better positioned to gain from the shifting geopolitical landscape.
Mar 21, 2023
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US and Saudi policies diverge over Yemen
Riyadh wants to exit its Yemen quagmire and is willing to end the siege on Ansarallah-controlled areas. Washington will have none of that, and is sabotaging a Saudi-Yemeni peace deal.
Mar 12, 2023
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Tunisian president seeks resumption of diplomatic ties with Syria
This represents the recent Arab embrace of Syria following the devastating earthquake that struck the country last month
Mar 11, 2023
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Iranian foreign minister arrives in Nicaragua to strengthen bilateral relations
Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, said Iran pursues boosting relations with Latin American countries
Feb 02, 2023
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Dialogue can solve differences with Iran, Afghanistan: Saudi FM
Saudi Arabia and Iran have for years vied for influence in a rivalry that has played out across the region
Jan 17, 2023
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A Moscow meeting shatters fantasies of a Syrian ‘confederation’
Russian-brokered Syrian-Turkish rapprochement will bury prospects of a divided Syria, with the potential for opposition factions to be co-opted into the armed forces.
Jan 11, 2023
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Why the CIA attempted a ‘Maidan uprising’ in Brazil
The failed coup in Brazil is the latest CIA stunt, just as the country is forging stronger ties with the east.
Jan 10, 2023
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Predictions for 2023? Annus horribilis with some surprising upsides
The Cradle's writers offer up their predictions for 2023. The common theme is massive global shifts, some good, some bad.
Jan 09, 2023
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Iran, China fix diplomatic blunder following Xi’s Saudi visit
Tehran takes a hard stand as Xi Jinping discovers the Persian Gulf can be a diplomatic minefield.
Dec 28, 2022
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US bargains over Iran’s unrest
The US has voiced willingness to end support for Iran's protest movement if Tehran stops selling drones to Moscow and makes concessions on its nuclear program.
Dec 06, 2022
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Zelensky calls for Iran to be ‘punished’ over drone supplies
Just a few days ago, a Ukrainian official called for military strikes against the Islamic Republic
Nov 07, 2022
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The Huseynyun: Iran’s challenge in forming a ‘Hezbollah of the Caucasus’
Azerbaijan’s Huseynyun is the least known of all Shia resistance factions backed by Iran, but its profile is growing.
Nov 04, 2022
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‘Peaceful modernization’: China’s offering to the Global South
Xi Jinping just offered the Global South a stark alternative to decades of western diktats, war, and economic duress. 'Peaceful modernization' will establish sovereignty, economy, and independence for the world's struggling states
Oct 20, 2022
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Global finance vs global energy: who will come out on top?
There is more to the current struggle between the oil-consuming west and the oil-producing nations than meets the eye and it runs far deeper than the war in Ukraine
Oct 13, 2022
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Oil cuts: A perfect storm in US foreign policy 
The Biden administration’s poor dealings with oil producing countries will have major political and economic ramifications for the west
Oct 11, 2022
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‘Samarkand Spirit’ to be driven by ‘responsible powers’ Russia and China
The SCO summit of Asian power players delineated a road map for strengthening the multipolar world
Sep 16, 2022
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Ukraine: Somewhere between Afghanization and Syrianization
Ukraine is finished as a nation - neither side will rest in this war. The only question is whether it will be an Afghan or Syrian style finale.
Aug 30, 2022
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How Arab states perceive the US-China standoff
West Asian countries recognize China’s sovereign claims over Taiwan, yet many of them still rely on the US militarily and politically, so where do they stand?
Aug 29, 2022
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Weaponization of water: Turkey flexes its muscles over Syria and Iraq
The Euphrates, West Asia’s longest river, is the source of current and future conflicts between Turkey and its neighbors as Ankara strives to project power in the region
Aug 22, 2022
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How the US controls Lebanon’s energy supply
Far from helping Lebanon solve its acute energy crisis, the US is leveraging Egypt’s gas supply to pressure Beirut over US-brokered maritime border talks with Israel
Aug 19, 2022
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First Israeli airliner flies over Saudi Arabia’s airspace
The flight operated by Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific airline took off from Hong Kong and landed in Tel Aviv on the morning of 4 August
Aug 04, 2022
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With eye on the CIA, Moscow cracks the whip at Israel 
The Jewish Agency is Israel's life source and the Kremlin shut it down this month. The fallout may be a measurable schism between Moscow and Tel Aviv, in which the latter has a lot to lose.
Jul 25, 2022
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India-Russia-Iran: Eurasia’s new transportation powerhouses
No longer just an 'alternative route' on a drawing board, the International North South Transportation Corridor (INSTC) is paying dividends in a time of global crisis. And Moscow, Tehran and New Delhi are now leading players in the Eurasian competition for transportation routes.
Jul 19, 2022
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Iran president warns of harsh response to US, Israel provocations
President Raisi gave his speech as President Biden visited the region to facilitate normalization deals between Tel Aviv and Riyadh
Jul 15, 2022
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Saudi Arabia prepares to allow commercial flights to and from Israel: Report
The kingdom has permitted Israeli flights over its airspace, as well as Muslim pilgrims from Israel to travel to Mecca
Jul 14, 2022
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Biden’s upcoming visit to West Asia to facilitate deals between Israel, KSA: Reports
One report from Israeli media suggests that Israel will agree to the transfer of two Red Sea islands from Egypt to Saudi Arabia
Jul 06, 2022
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US antisemitism tzar in Saudi Arabia ahead of Joe Biden’s visit
The Saudi monarchy has deepened cooperation ties with Tel Aviv at the same time as several other Arab states have criminalized the normalization of ties with Israel
Jul 04, 2022
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Syrian refugees in Turkey: From opportunity to Achilles heel
Even though Turkey's massive refugee problem is a direct consequences of the AKP's Syria policy, both the government and the opposition try to avoid its solution: ending the war in Syria.
Jun 23, 2022
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