‘They called us’: Has Trump abandoned Bab al-Mandeb to the Houthis?

Washington’s response to the Houthi advance exposes the limits of the US security umbrella in the Gulf.

From Yanbu to Sohar: Tracking Saudi Arabia’s alternative oil routes

The world's second-largest crude exporter is rerouting crude via dark shipments and ship-to-ship transfers off Oman.

Pernicious states: Towards a new grammar of international relations

We have names for weak and failing states. We need one for superpowers that cause global harm.

Syrian man uncovers library hidden behind wall for 15 years

Abu Bilal built a secret wall in his home to protect his books from Syria’s former Assad regime.

Netanyahu threatens to revoke Israeli citizenship of NAZA filmmakers

Israeli prime minister pledges to advance two bills aimed at addressing the 'immense damage' done to Israeli soldiers.

Palestinians use radio to navigate Israeli occupation and pogroms

Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim explains how Palestinians use local radio to navigate Israel's occupation and settler pogroms.

‘Poor bear the impact’: Sugar prices soar in India, souring festive season

India is one of the world's largest sugar consumers, but usually produces much more.

India warns new US tariffs over Russian oil could impact ties

New Delhi says it has 'made clear' its determination to 'protect its trade and economic interests'.

Israel weaponises AI for West Bank demolitions

AI tools push forced evictions of Palestinians, automating demolitions in occupied territories under Israeli control.

OpenAI reports more incidents of models acting deceptively

The ChatGPT creator says it is introducing a public reporting framework to share unexpected AI behaviour.