Ismail Numan Telci

The politics of military manoeuvres in the Middle East

Countries are increasingly wielding military exercises as a foreign policy tool, but they fall short of aspirations and threaten regional stability.

From rivalry to rapprochement: What’s behind UAE and Turkey’s meeting?

Ankara and Abu Dhabi’s relationship has been shaped and defined by their rivalry for several years. Is it headed in a new direction?

What does Tunisia's political crisis mean for regional politics?

Regional players Algeria, Egypt, Turkey, UAE, and France have shown interest in the political situation, and the immediate effects will most likely be felt in Libya and the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey-UAE relations since July 15: Where to from here?

Turkish-Emirati relations deteriorated significantly after the July 15 coup attempt. After a long period of non-communication at the highest levels, however, there are signs that dialogue between the two countries could be rebuilt.

Has France lost all relevance in the Middle East?

French foreign policy failures in Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt and Syria have greatly diminished its role in the Middle East.

Executions in Egypt likely to cause damage beyond repair

The number of executions in Egypt surge to an unprecedented level as do the allegations of unfair trials and confessions extracted through torture.

De-democratisation in practice: Egypt’s constitutional change

Is Egypt's Abdel Fattah el Sisi becoming president for life?

Lord of the Gulf: Why Britain aims to restore its dominance in the Gulf

What's behind Britain's renewed desire to establish itself in the Gulf, and is history repeating itself?

Sisi and the future of the Egyptian revolution

Despite support from several countries, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is under pressure from within. Increasing security concerns, terror attacks in the Sinai, economic issues and foreign policy problems threaten the future of his regime.