The Controversy over Religious Freedoms in India: A Major Diplomatic Fail for Delhi

Following controversial remarks about Prophet Muhammad by a spokesperson for the ruling government in India, the Arab World has expressed grave outrage. The bilateral relations between India and its Gulf partners are sensitive following this diplomatic breach.
Photo source: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2019/aug/25/indian-leader-given-high-honor-in-uae-2/

Fight or Flight: France Ends its Counterterrorist Intervention in the Sahel

After nine years of counter-terrorist military operations in the Sahel, President Emmanuel Macron announced the return home of French troops in February 2022. But the terrorist threat is looming over the region more than ever. If he stayed, the decision would have been unpopular with his electorate and abusive to Malians. By leaving, he’s risking African and European security.
Photo source: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/29/world/africa/france-sahel-west-africa-.html