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  • Two people point their fingers at two copies of the Qur'an. Photo from above, only the hands visible.
    Islam and language activism

    The politics of Qur'an translation

    Around the world, the Qur'an is being translated into marginalised languages, reflecting a global trend toward preserving cultural heritage. These translations often serve political goals, but can also save endangered languages from extinction.

  • The Syrian actor Lojain Ismail in Muawiya's series.
    TV series "Muawiya"

    Historical Ramadan drama fuels controversy

    The Saudi-produced television series “Muawiya” emerged as a talking point during Ramadan, sparking debate throughout the Middle East. Both Iran and Iraq have banned the show which charts the life of one of the most controversial figures in Islamic history.

  • A man at a book fair reads the back of a book he is holding.
    Global publishing bias

    Who defines "world literature"?

    German publishers of "world literature" still prioritise Western works. With limited translations, lack of media attention and stereotypes in publishing, authors outside Europe and the US rarely get the attention they deserve.

  • A man in a black hat and a woman stand behind a podium. She is holding a microphone.
    Tunisia's Carthage Film Festival

    Decolonial cinema

    The Carthage Film Festival in Tunis aims to counter the Global North's dominance in the world of film. Until Sunday, a diverse range of films from Africa and West Asia will be screened. But can the festival truly fulfil its own ambitions?

  • US-Präsident Donald Trump und der saudische Kronprinz Mohammed bin Salman treffen zu einem Treffen zum Thema „Weltwirtschaft“ auf dem G20-Gipfel in Osaka, Japan, ein.
    Trump and the Gulf States

    Skeptical optimism in the Gulf

    Saudi Arabia and the Emirates hope to reap economic benefits from the Trump presidency. But the Gulf has learned that Washington cannot be relied upon. Meanwhile, the Saudis could push Trump to take a tougher stance towards Israel.

  • People pray in the Great Mosque and bow towards the Kaaba
    Muslim month of pilgrimage

    Hajj – a vision of interfaith solidarity

    When Muslims turn to the Kaaba as a common centre point, they are reminded of their sacred bond with the entire human race and their special relationship with the other Abrahamic religions

  • An Iranian pro-government supporter woman holds an anti-Israel poster on Palestine Street in downtown Tehran on 14 April 2024
    Israel, the USA and the Islamic Republic

    Understanding Iran's "offensive-defensive" strategy

    April 2024 not only saw Iran's unprecedented direct assault on Israel but also a violent crackdown on women in Iran refusing to wear the hijab. So what is behind Tehran's conflicting sense of hubris and insecurity?

  • U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks to media representatives in Cairo
    Biden's plan for a Middle East ceasefire

    What Gaza exit strategy?

    U.S. President Biden's plan to end the war in Gaza ignores important questions. As long as it is not clear who will control the Gaza Strip once the war is over, there will be no lasting solution. An analysis

  • U.S. President Joe Biden (left) and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah in July 2022
    USA and Saudi Arabia

    Nuclear deal likely to prompt a Middle East arms race?

    One part of a predicted, closer U.S.-Saudi relationship is particularly controversial. Experts fear Saudi Arabia may use a civilian nuclear energy programme, supported by the U.S., to develop their own atomic bombs

  • A smiling Muslim woman wearing a hijab sits and looks at her laptop
    Saudi Arabia

    Women drive the Kingdom's thriving startup scene

    A flourishing entrepreneurial scene is transforming the Saudi business world. Startups contribute to the nation's branding efforts and aim to tackle unemployment, as the Gulf state aims to move away from its dependence on oil

  • U.S. and UK planes joined the Israeli air force in shooting down Iranian missiles and drones, with help from some Arab countries
    Iran drone attacks

    Why did some Arab countries help Israel?

    Some analysts saw the fact that Arab nations helped Israel and the U.S. repel a major Iranian attack as cause for celebration. Countries like Jordan have, however, more complicated motivations for coming to Israel's aid

  • Artwork at Desert X AlUla 2024
    Desert X AlUla 2024

    "The desert is demanding new ways of seeing"

    Over the past three years, there has been a shift in perception around the Saudi Arabian art scene, and at this year's DesertX, artists benefitted from freer expression

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