Book launch in Paris

A new book by Sarra Grira, La Construction d'une mystification. Enquête sur le «nouvel antisémitisme», will be published on 20 November by Libertalia editions. The book launch event is set for 12 November at the Wrong Side venue in Paris.

Journalist fined in Egypt

Lina Attalah, editor-in-chief of Mada Masr, was fined 3 million Egyptian pounds on 27 October. The hearing did not respect her defense rights, and the Network of Independent Media on the Arab World has expressed support for her and the outlet.

Journalist wins prestigious award

Arthur Sarradin, author of Le Nom des ombres. Sortir de l'enfer concentrationnaire syrien, has won the Albert Londres Prize. This award is recognized by Orient XXI, which previously featured Sarradin in a review.

End of Assad's rule in Syria

On 8 December 2024, Hayat Tahrir al-Cham, a rebel coalition from Idlib, ended the dictatorship of Bashar Al-Assad. The group revealed the effects of the Assad regime, with two books currently assessing its impact.

Conference on Algeria's history

An online conference titled La Fédération de France du FLN, un acteur majeur de la Révolution algérienne will be held on 30 October 2026 at 8 p.m. The Group for Reflection on Algeria (GRAL) will host the event, focusing on the FLN's role in the Algerian War of Independence.

French media overlooks historical date

French media largely ignored the 60th anniversary of the start of the Algerian War of Independence on 1 November 1954. This date was more prominently covered in other regions, highlighting a gap in domestic historical recognition.

New political movement in Congo

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, Joseph Kabila announced the creation of the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation on 12 October. The movement absorbs the AFC/M23 rebellion, which is supported by Rwanda, though the impact and regional reactions remain unclear.

Ethiopian refugees in Djibouti

Thousands of Ethiopians are fleeing the war in the North, aiming to reach Yemen and Saudi Arabia. Many are unable to reach their destinations, and a clandestine economy has formed around their exile in Djibouti.

Youth protest in Bosnia

Young people in Bosnia and Herzegovina are boycotting general elections as a form of resistance to ethno-nationalist rhetoric. Despite the growing influence of such rhetoric in state institutions, the youth movement continues to challenge it.

Palestinian books spark debate

In Palestine, three books by a historian, a lawyer, and a journalist are placing the region at the center of political, judicial, and literary debates. These works aim to document struggles and choices in an ongoing history.

Diplomatic efforts in the Gulf

The «Pact of Mecca» involves diplomatic efforts by Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan to prevent military escalation in the Gulf. The initiative seeks an alternative path to the conflict between Israel and Iran.

AI in Israeli elections

In Israel, the use of generative AI in electoral propaganda is becoming prominent as legislative elections approach. This trend reflects the brutality and anti-Palestinian racism present in public debate.

Critique of Western demands

Rami Abou Jamous questioned Western pressures for legislative elections in Palestine. He highlighted the absurdity of such demands amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza and ethnic cleansing in the West Bank.

Critique of Western media

Mohammed El-Kurd's book Vittime perfette e la politica del gradimento critiques Western media and politics for only recognizing Palestinian rights if they are framed as "perfect victims." He calls for decolonizing the gaze and information to engage directly with Palestinians.

Morocco's growing debt

Morocco's hidden debt, involving the sale and re-renting of public buildings, has brought its official debt to 67.1% of GDP. The central bank plans to end this mechanism by 2028, aiming to reduce increasing costs and risks.

Historical account of Israeli actions

In Spain, Raphael Mimoun's article Palestina. Qibya, anatomía de una masacre y de una negación israelí details Israel's 1953 incursion against the Palestinian village of Qibya. The article marks Israel's first state massacre and the subsequent denial and manipulation of facts.

Persian discussion on Gulf diplomacy

In Persian, Didier Billion discussed the «Pact of Mecca» and the diplomatic strategy of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan to prevent military escalation in the Gulf. The discussion highlights the region's complex geopolitical landscape.