Libya Peace Initiative: Can Egypt and Türkiye’s Efforts End the Political Deadlock?

Nearly fourteen years after Gaddafi’s fall plunged Libya into chaos, hope is stirring as Türkiye and Egypt step in to mediate between the rival factions. The Government of National Unity (GNU) in Tripoli, led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh, and the Government of National Stability (GNS) in Sirte, backed by Khalifa Haftar, are showing early signs of cooperation. Joint appointments and resumed local elections signal a fragile but meaningful shift toward peace. While challenges remain, this renewed partnership offers a real chance for Libya’s unity and lasting stability.

The MENA Region’s Culture of Repression of Dissent: Is a New ‘Arab Spring’ in Motion?

Over the past years, authoritarian regimes in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region have devised unforeseen tactics and strategies to maintain their grip on power, despite expressions of dissent and discontent. More than a decade after the Arab Spring, issues including political corruption, economic disparity, and restricted liberties are remarkably similar to those that initially provoked revolutions in the region.

Lights And Shadows Of The Strategic Partnership Between Egypt And The EU

On the 17th of March, the European Union and the Arab Republic of Egypt have signed a Joint Declaration for a Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership, covering several areas of interest and unleashing billions of euros for investments.