"Erdoğan’s visit to Iraq... no agreement without neutralising the PKK.”

Mohamad Al-Basem discusses the agreements reached and the progress made following the recent state visit of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to Iraq last week, and he also examines Turkish intentions.

Iraqi Government Challenges UNAMI’s Presence: What Are the Implications?

With the recent controversy surrounding the future of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), journalist Mohamad Al-Basem presents a detailed account of the evolving events, offering insights into the diverse perspectives at play. He also explores the concerns voiced by Kurdish parties and other stakeholders, who fear the repercussions of UNAMI's potential withdrawal, especially regarding minority rights and regional stability.

The Fifth Anniversary of the Tishreen Protests: Persistent Causes and Potential for Recurrence

Mohamad Al-Basem analyses the Tishreen protests in Iraq, which began in October 2019, as a large-scale peaceful movement marked by severe violence. Despite heavy human losses and unmet demands, challenging socio-economic conditions could lead to new protests.

COP29: A Disappointing Chapter in Climate Diplomacy?

According to Mohamad Al-Basem’s analysis, the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference held in Baku failed to achieve the groundbreaking agreements that were hoped for. In his view, despite promises to support communities impacted by climate change and transition to clean energy, countries from the ’’Global North’’ showed significant reluctance to meet their financial commitments and reduce their dependence on fossil fuels. He highlights the ineffectiveness of the negotiations and the lack of concrete measures in addressing the climate crisis, emphasising the growing divide between wealthy nations and those from the ’’Global South.’’