On 9 December 2014, Editor Sami Hamdi interviewed Laura Kasinof, a freelance journalist whose work focuses on the Middle East. From 2011-2012, Kasinof reported for the New York Times from …
Editor’s Piece: Obama’s Iraqi gamble
On Monday 21st October, Prime Minister Haidar al-Abadi succeeded in forming a complete government after a delay of over one month as a result of disagreements over appointments to the …
Tunisian elections and the story of Mahabba
Around the world, people are celebrating the long awaited success of the Arab Spring reflected in the successful elections taking place in Tunisia. As Libya and Syria continue to be …
Editor’s Piece: Iran at Saudi Arabia’s doors
On Friday, Sadr al-Din al Qabanji in Najaf criticised the Saudi verdict to execute the Shiite cleric Nimr al-Nimr, one of the most influential figures amongst the minority Shia population …
Editor Sami Hamdi presents debate on the blockade of Sanaa by the Houthi forces
Sami HamdiSami Hamdi is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Interest. An experienced geopolitical risk consultant, Sami assists blue-chip clients around the world in monitoring and advising on highly volatile business …
Editor Sami Hamdi presents debate between member of Houthi Politburo and prominent Yemeni journalist Mohamed Jumaih
Sami HamdiSami Hamdi is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Interest. An experienced geopolitical risk consultant, Sami assists blue-chip clients around the world in monitoring and advising on highly volatile business …
Editor’s Piece: Why the Sultan will not move for Kobane
As the situation in Kobane unfolds, Erdogan, the most powerful man in Turkey since Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, has confounded his supporters with his inactivity and blunt refusal to commit …