The deadlock over the state of the agriculture sector in Yemen can only be broken by social struggle that restores rural Yemen to the center of government policy.
Since the 1970s, the Assad family has had a direct impact not only on Syrian politics, but on national identity itself.
Development projects in Soqotra account for a fraction of funds requested by aid agencies every year, but the impact so far is wide and sustainable.
The relationship between Morocco and Algeria over leadership in North Africa could have direct implications for Spain.
The crisis in Afghanistan is a perfect example of emerging challenges and opportunities for new strategies in humanitarian assistance.
The latest violence in Lebanon, coming shortly before the anniversary of protests that brought down the government, does not bode well for economic and political reforms.
