Adam Bensaid

Why was Saudi Arabia unable to prevent its ‘Pearl Harbor’ moment?

The combination of unprofessionalism in the Saudi armed forces and the lack of a clear understanding of strategic and tactical defence needs have led to a major security breach in the kingdom.

Algerians fight to keep protests alive, as counter-revolution stirs

Faced with a loss of leverage after elections or jail for opposing it, Algerians feel the country is not ready for elections.

Is Pakistan going conventional as India takes the nuclear route?

As India distances itself from its ‘no-first use’ policy, Pakistan’s military and air force may not have to rely on a nuclear first-use policy to deter attacks,

Another battle for Algeria is only beginning

As protests enter their seventh month, Algerians continue to demonstrate for change, justice and accountability. Whether they will receive it is another question.

Is Saudi Arabia unfairly profiting from its holy sites?

While Muslims are supposed to undertake the Hajj at least once in their lifetimes, Saudi Arabia’s role in regional conflicts increases — so does the costs of annual pilgrimage it hosts.

NATO and F-35 program put at risk by US F-35 suspension to Turkey

The US move to remove Turkey from its F-35 jet programme can be a major setback to NATO, as other world powers race to catch up on military aircraft technology.

Seven questions Egypt hasn’t answered about Morsi’s death

As calls grow for a transparent investigation into the cause of death of the former Egyptian president, here are some key points Egypt needs to address.

Why the failed US-Russia INF treaty risks a Cold War and nuclear conflict

The United States is set to withdraw from the INF treaty on February 2, which could lower the threshold for accidental nuclear war, particularly with China in the mix.

The deceptions and misinformation behind the PKK and YPG

The PKK and YPG's reign of terror has caused as much death as it has discord. Here are the top 6 claims often taken as truth when it comes to the terrorist group.

The uncertain legacy of George H W Bush

Although a patriot in service to his country, the late US president’s domestic and foreign policy was not free of controversy. Here’s a look at the some of his most contentious actions.

The betrayals and intrigue behind Ali Abdullah Saleh’s downfall

Ali Abdullah Saleh remains one of Yemen's most controversial figures. He once described governing Yemen as 'dancing on the heads of snakes.' What was behind the web of deceit and betrayal that led to his death?

Imran Khan lashes back at Trump's "they don't do a damn thing for us"

The United States cut off key military funding to Pakistan, while Trump alleges Pakistan harboured Osama Bin Laden's whereabouts, flying in the face of deep and long-standing security cooperation between the two countries.