Assessing the Impact: How Critics Say Trump Altered U.S. Strength
Analysts outline areas where Donald Trump’s presidency changed U.S. institutions, alliances, economy and public trust, and why debates persist.
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Russia’s LNG Pivot to Asia: Strategic Shifts and Market Consequences
As sanctions and declining European purchases reshape trade, Russia is shifting a larger share of its LNG exports toward Asian markets, with implications for prices, shipping and energy diplomacy.
Iran: The Invisible Supreme Leader and the Republic of the Generals – Opinion by Isaac Hammouch
Mojtaba Khamenei consolidates his power at the heart of an Islamic Republic transforming into a military and security fortress Since ascending to the position of Supreme Leader of Iran in March 2026, Mojtaba Khamenei has remained largely absent from the public eye. Yet behind this striking absence, the new Iranian leader is steadily leaving his…
Mohamed Ziane: From System Insider to the Prisoner the Regime No Longer Wants to Hear – By Isaac Hammouch
A Man from the Heart of the Institutions Mohamed Ziane’s destiny is all the more singular because it does not resemble that of a traditional opponent who built his entire political life in opposition to the regime. Born in 1943, a lawyer, former head of the bar association, member of parliament, and political leader, Mohamed…
A Strategic Pivot: Prioritizing the West Bank After Gaza Plan Stalls
With the Gaza initiative stalled, a U.S. pivot toward stabilizing the West Bank through diplomacy, security coordination and institutional support could reduce the risk of wider conflict.
Elections in Morocco: Can We Finally Move Beyond the “200-Dirham Note” Democracy? By Isaac Hammouch
When Money Enters the Polling Booth, Voting Freedom Recedes Every representative democracy relies on an elementary principle: citizens must be able to freely choose the individual to whom they entrust a portion of their political sovereignty. However, as soon as a financial counterpart enters into this choice, the nature of the democratic relationship changes. The…
History and Strategy: How Ceuta’s Past Should Guide Spain’s Next Steps
Ceuta’s centuries-long history and its role at the Strait of Gibraltar should shape Spanish policy, balancing sovereignty, bilateral ties with Morocco, EU obligations and humanitarian concerns.
History and Reality: What Ceuta Means for Spain’s Next Moves
Ceuta’s historical status, legal framework and recent border incidents frame Spain’s policy choices. Understanding the exclave’s past and present is essential for coherent national and European responses.
Ceuta’s Past and the Policy Choices Facing Spain
Ceuta’s long history, its status as an EU external border and recent migration episodes should frame Spain’s diplomatic and border-policy responses with Morocco.
The Guardian view on mental health: the new secretary of state should make it a priority | Editorial
The rise in children and young people with mental health problems makes this week’s announcement of a new network of community clinics in England particularly welcome. A&E departments have recorded an increase in difficult-to-manage symptoms including aggression and hallucinations. New specialist walk-in mental health services should take some of the pressure off. The bringing forward…