Middle East

Islamic State, Libya and the new Cold War

Eyes have been on Libya in the wake of the bombing that killed 22 people…

6 Ways to Experience the Middle East without leaving London

You might be craving hungover falafel after a heavy weekend or perhaps looking for the…

The best cities to study Arabic in the Middle East: Amman

Have YOU always thought about studying Arabic in the Middle East but never known where…

Syrian Refugee Releases Debut Album with His Violin

When leaving their homes, families and friends to escape war-torn countries, refugees take only what…

Letters from Baghdad: The female Lawrence of Arabia that the history books ignored

Any student or observer of the Middle East has likely heard of a young man…

5 Instagram accounts that capture the culture of the Middle East

1. Everyday Middle East @everydaymiddleeast Everyday Middle East is one of a series of ‘Everyday’…

Yemeni town awaits an offensive that could turn the tide of the war – but at a cost

International eyes have, for once, been on Yemen in recent weeks, as the catastrophic humanitarian…

Top 10 things to do in Morocco

Morocco’s tourist trail is certainly well trodden. Nevertheless, for the more cultured or adventurous traveller, Morocco is absolutely not to be missed. Whether you’re an adventure seeker or looking for a more relaxed break, these top ten experiences ought not to be missed:

Oman: An Uncertain Future for ‘the Middle East’s Most Welcoming Absolute Monarchy’

Unable to see past the war and instability engulfing the rest of the Middle East, many…