The Globalist

The truly historic nature of the UAE-Israel deal is in the fine print.

The UAE’s recognition of Israel puts Saudi Arabia more than any other Gulf state in the hot seat.

A collection of maps, charts and graphs exploring Lebanon.

Israel will have to walk a fine line between accommodating the U.S. and maintaining freedom of relations with China.

Protesters in Lebanon have plenty of reason to bemoan the autocratic response of the government — and its inability to deal with the economic crisis.

A collection of features from our archives exploring Iran’s politics, history, economy and culture.

A collection of charts, graphs and maps exploring Saudi Arabia.

From Israel and Pakistan to India, ultra-conservative communities have emerged as virus-spreading clusters. This is not helped by governments reluctant to disrupt ultra-orthodox life by enforcing public health measures.

Syria’s announcement of its first COVID-19 case highlights the public health threat posed by war zones that produce millions of refugees and displaced persons.

Lessons not learned and opportunities missed: A roadmap to political and societal dysfunction.