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Jennifer HolleisDeutsche Welle |
As Syrians all over the world celebrate the fall of Bashar Assad's regime, political analysts are pondering how the geopolitical situation will be...
The advances of the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham could write a new chapter in Syria's prolonged civil war against President Bashar Assad. Who...
Lebanon's massive destruction is addressed by communal help and civilian projects while the government is too weak to react. Could government and...
Refugees from Sudan, Syria and Gaza are about to face a new set of conditions for staying in Egypt. Will Cairo's new asylum law streamline legislation...
In his second term as US president, will Donald Trump's policies achieve peace in the Middle East, or just support America's long-term allies?
Despite cementing their power within the country, the Houthi militia is arresting an increasing number of local and international aid and human rights...
Despite thriving from their support for Hamas in Gaza and cementing power within the country, the Houthi militia is increasingly cracking down on...
With Egypt working to mediate in the Israel-Hamas war, other governments have been willing to forgive the country's dismal human rights record.
With Egypt working to mediate the Israel-Hamas war, other governments have been willing to forgive the country's dismal human rights record. That has...
This week's shelling of a UN observation tower is the latest crisis in the 46 years of the UNIFIL mission in southern Lebanon. DW looks into the UN...
Amid Israeli strikes and limited public aid, Lebanese activists are springing into action. However, observers point out that aid is being politicized,...
The escalation between Israel and Iran has intensified fears of a wider war. So what are the strategic and military considerations that could drive...
While Israel says its attacks on Lebanon's Hezbollah are necessary to regain safety in the border region, analysts point to three different key...
Amid a growing crackdown on the political opposition, young people have started taking to the streets. Could the protest gain enough momentum to...
The ongoing dispute over Ethiopia's GERD dam could easily spill over to the Horn of Africa in light of two new deals that involve Egypt, Ethiopia,...
As Tunisia is heading for presidential elections in October, observers warn the vote won't be democratic as there's been an intense crackdown on the...
Following a crackdown on the opposition, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune is expected to win reelection. Observers say this will be welcomed by the...
Israel's deadliest operation in the occupied West Bank since October 7 stokes fears of an escalation. Will this part of the Palestinian territories...
With France, another key country supports Morocco's claim on the disputed region. What are the consequences for the local Sahrawi people, neighboring...
Israel's killing of Hezbollah's Fouad Shukur and the assassination of Hamas' Ismail Haniyeh are likely to bolster support for the military wings of...
Observers are critical of Europe's ambitions to improve ties and return refugees to Syria amid ongoing fighting. Would President Bashar Assad benefit...
Human rights observers have recorded a 42% increase in executions, despite the kingdom's claims to modernization. A lack of accountability and...
Human traffickers, militias, mass graves — nothing seems to discourage migrants from coming to Libya. Observers believe only international pressure...
Human traffickers, militias, mass graves — nothing seems to discourage migrants from coming to Libya. Rights observers believe only international...
Despite increased crackdowns on Syrian refugees in countries like Turkey and Lebanon, most Syrians don't want to go back - both for safety and...
DW spoke to Sudanese civilians under siege in El Fasher amid attacks by the Sudanese Rapid Support Forces. Is this a repeat of the "scorched...
Saudi officials warn of sweltering heat for this year's Islamic pilgrimage. Observers highlight that mitigating measures are not enough as regional...
Human rights observers say that the Tunisian authorities are conducting illegal "collective expulsions" of migrants, with funds from the...
Calls for a plan for Gaza's future administration have grown more urgent. Can an Arab coalition under UN supervision balance wildly divergent Israeli...
Egypt is considering withdrawing its ambassador from Israel and joining South Africa's genocide case in the International Court of Justice. But...
The Egyptian government is considering withdrawing its ambassador from Israel and joining South Africa's genocide case in the International Court...
On May 15, Palestinians around the world commemorate 76 years of having lost their homeland. What is the Nakba, and how does it tie into the...
The situation in Darfur, the Sudanese Armed Forces' last stronghold, has become bleak for civilians amid a siege by the Rapid Support Forces. The...
The ongoing siege on the last stronghold of the Sudanese Armed Forces in Darfur could not only end in bloodshed for civilians, but also draw more...
The ongoing siege on the last stronghold of the Sudanese Armed Forces in Darfur could not only end in a bloodshed for civilians, but also draw in more...
The Iran-backed rebel group has begun to extend its power locally and regionally. However, its policies are exacerbating Yemen's humanitarian...
The Iran-backed rebel group has begun to extend its power locally and regionally. However, its policies are far from good governance, exacerbating...
The Iran-backed rebel group has begun to extend its power locally and regionally. However its policies are far from good governance, exacerbating the...
While Tunisia is a trusted ally in curbing migration to Europe, human rights observers don't consider it a "safe" place for migrants given ongoing...
While Tunisia is a trusted ally in curbing migration to Europe, human rights observers don't consider it a "safe" place for migrants given...
After "stubborn resistance" by Libya's major political stakeholders, Abdoulaye Bathily, the UN special envoy for Libya, has resigned....
With Pascal Suleiman's murder still under investigation, various accusations are already becoming politicized against the backdrop of sectarian...
Recent international investments were a lifeline for Egypt's economy. Now it's up to President el-Sissi to enact sweeping reforms to satisfy investors...
A new wave of repression against journalists, politicians, lawyers and activists is seen as a strong indicator of President Kais Saied's plan for the...
A new wave of repression against journalists, politicians, lawyers and activists is seen as strong indicator of President Kais Saied's roadmap for the...
Brutal battles and pillaged aid deliveries have turned Sudan into the world's biggest humanitarian crisis. Now life-saving community initiatives are...
A flourishing entrepreneur scene has transformed the Saudi business world. Startups contribute to the nation's branding efforts and aim to tackle...
Violence is still raging 13 years after the outbreak of Syria's civil war. Now government forces have ramped up armed drone attacks on farmers in...
Moscow is expanding its "security for resources" blueprint in Libya under the lead of the new Wagner Group's General Andrei Averyanov....
Feuding Palestinian organizations groups are set to meet in Moscow this week for talks. Russia wants to help bring them together and potentially free...