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The West’s bias against Arabs and Muslims reared its ugly head again last week, when the second anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel was marked.

When political memoirs start to read like confessions, it usually means a party is in trouble. That is where the Democrats find themselves today. Within months of losing the 2024 election to Republican Donald Trump, two books have tried to explain the collapse.

Fifteen months into his time in office, the domestic challenges facing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer are often highlighted. However, what is less discussed is his string of achievements abroad.

Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire during talks with American, Turkish, Qatari, and Egyptian mediators. The first phase involves Israel stopping the bombing and withdrawing from Gaza to an agreed line. Hamas, in turn, will return all hostages within 72 hours of the agreement.

North Africa is undergoing a quiet yet profound economic realignment. The region, traditionally a crossroads of civilizations, is swiftly repositioning itself as a central hub for the next chapter of global industry, fueled by the worldwide demand for critical minerals.

As the world accelerates toward ambitious climate and development goals, an enduring challenge remains — transforming global commitments into tangible, local action.