- 17 April, 2026
Khalid Al Mansoor
Khalid Al Mansoori is a political analyst and journalist who covers GCC diplomacy, Arab League affairs, and regional developments in the Middle East.
Articles By This Author
How Tangier Med’s New AI Portal is Benefiting Small Businesses in the Medina
The old roads in the Tangier Medina are getting a modern futuristic makeover. The Tangier Med Port Authority has made a historic step in its
Red Sea Under Pressure: Yemen’s Threat to Global Security and Trade
The Red Sea crisis is now tied to global trade, not a local headline. The Yemen maritime threat around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait has pushed
5G and the “New Cairo” Hub: How Enhanced Connectivity is Spawning a New Wave of Egyptian AI Startups
At the national level, Egypt has unofficially jumped into a new digital era with the introduction of 5G services nationwide in June 2025. This technological
Rewriting Tradition: How Chefs in Cairo and Alexandria Are Reinventing Egyptian Classics
In Cairo and Alexandria, there is a culinary movement that is transforming the way the Egyptian Classics are being enjoyed by diners. Chefs are respecting
Coffeehouses in Amman Where Writers Still Gather
Coffeehouses in Amman have kept the presence of the literary spirit of the city in the historic hills of Jabal Amman and Jabal al-Lweibdeh. And
Why Artists Are Flocking to Marrakech: The Creative Capital of the Moment
Over the past years, Marrakech has become a kind of magnet to painters, designers, filmmakers and even digital creators worldwide. The city is full of
Hurghada to Cairo Day Trip: Plane vs Bus – Which Is Better?
Deciding on the best Hurghada to Cairo day trip option is the first step to exploring the Great Pyramids. Although Hurghada has perfect beaches, a
“Secrets of the Nile”: Why This New Egyptian Period Drama is the #1 Streamed Show in Cairo and Alexandria
Egyptian audiences have a new obsession that has taken in February 2026. While the Ramadan drama marathon usually waits for the holy month, “Secrets of
Why Cairo’s Fermented Coconut Classic is 2026’s Top Trending Iftar Beverage
The Ramadan of 2026 in the overcrowded Cairo streets has brought a cooling breeze of an old favorite. The “fermented coconut classic“—locally known as Sobia—has
Valentine’s Under the Stars: The Best Rooftop Jazz Sessions in Hamra and Gemmayze This Weekend
As Valentine’s Weekend 2026 approaches, Beirut’s nightlife is orchestrating a romantic revival. To couples who want more than a candlelit dinner, the skyline in the