Issue 01 . June 2026Loose change. Sharp eyes.

international relations.

7 pieces filed under international relations

OpinionJul 31
A Reasoned Regional Argument: Balancing Sovereignty and Global Engagement in the Middle East. Souk Weekly opinion.

A Reasoned Regional Argument: Balancing Sovereignty and Global Engagement in the Middle East

The Middle East faces a critical juncture where sovereign interests clash with global economic imperatives, prompting a reasoned regional discourse on national identity and international cooperation.

By Rasha Karim

OpinionJul 27
The Dynamics of Regional Diplomacy: Navigating the Shift in Middle Eastern Alliances. Souk Weekly opinion.

The Dynamics of Regional Diplomacy: Navigating the Shift in Middle Eastern Alliances

Middle East analysts and diplomats weigh in on recent diplomatic maneuvers, highlighting both continuity and change.

By Rasha Karim

PoliticsJul 24
Ratcheting Tensions in Gulf Cooperation Council: A Policy and Politics Analysis. Souk Weekly politics.

Ratcheting Tensions in Gulf Cooperation Council: A Policy and Politics Analysis

Souk Weekly delves into the latest political and policy dynamics in the Gulf, examining tensions within the GCC as members navigate complex regional alliances.

By Rasha Karim

OpinionJul 22
An unoccupied Gulf diplomatic meeting table facing a desert horizon.

The Shifting Sands of Regional Diplomacy: A Balanced Perspective

A nuanced look at the evolving dynamics in the Middle East, balancing local concerns with global implications.

By Rasha Karim

PoliticsJul 22
GCC Countries Navigate Economic Realities Amid Regional Turmoil. Souk Weekly politics.

GCC Countries Navigate Economic Realities Amid Regional Turmoil

A look at how GCC countries are responding to economic challenges and political shifts in the region.

By Rasha Karim

PoliticsJul 15
Gulf Cooperation Council Countries Navigate New Economic Alliances Amidst Regional Shifts. Souk Weekly politics.

Gulf Cooperation Council Countries Navigate New Economic Alliances Amidst Regional Shifts

The GCC countries are reassessing their economic partnerships as regional dynamics continue to evolve.

By Rasha Karim

PoliticsJul 10
Middle East Continues to Navigate Geopolitical Turbulence Amidst Economic Challenges. Souk Weekly politics.

Middle East Continues to Navigate Geopolitical Turbulence Amidst Economic Challenges

The region grapples with internal and external pressures, seeking stability amidst complex international relations.

By Rasha Karim