Ghazi Ben Ahmed

Infectious Peace, Strategic Prosperity in North Africa: Why It Starts in Tunis

Peace in North Africa starts where reform begins — in Tunis. A free, open, and U.S.-backed Tunisia can anchor a Tunis–Rabat corridor of prosperity, breaking Algeria’s grip and making peace truly infectious.

Trapped by Its Own Model: Algeria at the Edge

Algeria, once a non-aligned power, now stands exposed—economically fragile, diplomatically cornered, and clinging to fading alliances. Its model is cracking. Reform is survival. Delay is decay.

The Emerging New World Order Under Trump: A Reckoning for Allies and Adversaries

Under the leadership of U.S. President Trump, a recalibrated world order is emerging—one defined by raw power, transactional diplomacy, and an unapologetic assertion of...

Trump and the MENA Puzzle : US-Israel-Saudi Paradox

A return of Donald Trump to the White House would likely have profound and far-reaching implications for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)...

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Greenland, and the Arctic Turn in U.S. Policy

Greenland is no longer just a partner—it’s a test. U.S. appointments signal an Arctic turn from consent to power, forcing Denmark, Europe, and Nuuk to defend self-determination against strategic coercion.

The Conflict between Cambodia and Thailand: A Crisis with Domestic Roots

Cambodia–Thailand tensions aren’t just about borders. They reflect domestic politics: an unstable but real Thai democracy versus Cambodia’s entrenched autocracy.

Syria 2.0? Mali and Russia’s Failed ‘Syrian Model’

Syria 2.0 in Mali? Russia’s feared “Syrian model” is failing fast. Bamako blockaded, mercenaries ambushed, rebels advancing. The myth of Moscow’s ruthless counterinsurgency prowess is melting under Sahel realities.

Building the New Silk Artery: Kazakhstan’s Expanding Role in Eurasian Logistics

Kazakhstan is turning the Middle Corridor into Eurasia’s new silk artery—faster, safer Europe–Asia trade, backed by major finance, private logistics, and rising geopolitical relevance beyond northern routes.

U.S. Leftover Weapons and the Taliban’s Legacy

U.S. weapons left behind after the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal are now fueling militancy in Pakistan. From Taliban stockpiles to TTP hands, abandoned arms have become active drivers of regional instability.