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Apr 9, 2015

A Diplomatic Solution For Middle East

When it comes to the Middle East, everything happens at a pace that is too fast to comprehend. Proxy wars, manipulations and unjustifiable violence — unfortunately, a region so blessed and so beautiful is nowadays mostly known for all the wrong things.

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Mar 2, 2015

Securing The Gulf: The Question of Yemen

Of late, countries at the centre of the world — Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Libya and even Lebanon for that matter — are going through troubles and disturbances. Be it the Arab Spring or militant insurgency, the overall atmosphere in most countries of the region has…

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Dec 23, 2014

The Falling Rouble And Russian Economy

As we approach the end of 2014, world economy, the energy sector to be more precise, lies in a dismal state. Back in June, oil prices were at an all-time high. They have been slashed by nearly 40% since then. This rapid collapse of oil prices has had an adverse…

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Nov 16, 2014

Rethinking Democracy in USA

Democracy is the worse form of government, except for all the other forms that have been tried from time to time.

— Winston Churchill

Churchill’s above statement provides a sweeping, and possibly one-sided picture, of democracy…

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Sep 25, 2014

Scotland, Nationalism And Freedom

Scotland recently rejected freedom, and voted in favor of staying in the United Kingdom. Of course, this was not the last time we have heard from Scottish nationalism, and voices for self-determination and recognition will continue to be heard, until sovereignty is…

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Jul 16, 2014

Scotland Deserves To Be Independent

Scotland is barely a few months away from the all-important date of September 18, when its citizens will vote to decide the future of their country. The stakes are high: on one hand, there are supporters of an independent Scotland, whereas on the other hand, there is…

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Apr 30, 2014

The Case of Arab Integration: Learning From Europe

The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UNESCWA) recently published a study titled The Arab Integration: A 21st Century Development Imperative. Prepared by over two dozen writers and intellectuals from the Arab…

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Mar 25, 2014

Arab League Summit in Kuwait: Seeking Solidarity?

As we speak, Kuwait is hosting its first Arab League Summit. The slogan for this year’s Summit is “Solidarity For A Better Future”. Question is: will the Kuwait Summit ensure solidarity for the region?

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Mar 20, 2014

Sanctions Against Russia? Good Luck!

Now that Crimea has decided to unite with Russia and Russians have welcomed Crimea’s move with happy hearts, the Western half of the world, especially USA and European Union, are talking at length about imposing sanctions against Russia in order to bring Vladimir…

Sufyan bin Uzayr in Political Periscope

Feb 4, 2014

Iran And The Gulf: Prospects And Challenges

Past few months have kept Iran busy. Apart from elections and a new President, a proposed nuclear deal is also in the air. With USA and its allies planning to end their disastrous outing in Iraq, Iran’s role in the region seems to be growing with each…