Adam Bensaid

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.

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.

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.

Five things you need to know about Trump's Space Force

Amidst the controversy over President Donald Trump's bid for a 'Space Force', what's really behind the push to control the final frontier and what does it mean for the world?

Seven things you need to know about the US midterm results

Here are the top take-aways from Tuesday's midterm elections, and what it means for the United States.

The connection between Trump, Saudi Arabia, evangelicals and the midterms

Ahead of US midterm elections, can Saudi Arabia's defence deal ensure the Christian conservative vote for Trump, and in the process potentially derail justice for Jamal Khashoggi?