Author: Faroukou Mintoiba
About three decades after the end of the Cold War, the world is experiencing a profound structural transformation of its global order. At the heart of this evolution is a challenge to the hegemony of the Western countries. This challenge is mainly driven by two emerging powers dissatisfied with the excesses and dominant influence of most Western powers on the international scene. As one could expect, the African continent is an obvious contender for attracting major powers as part of this realignment. So, imagine a game of geopolitical chess where the pieces are neither kings nor knights but ports, roads,…
The news of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu being issued an arrest warrant for Israeli crimes against Palestinian civilians has echoed like a thunderclap. For many, it represents a milestone in pursuing justice and officially acknowledging Palestinian sorrow. However, this development raises numerous concerns. Does this warrant a meaningful step toward ending impunity, or is it merely a symbolic gesture? Why does this question arise? Just imagine… It feels like a game where the referee consistently blows the whistle in favor of the same team. The rules are well known but seem to exist only for appearances. This is the…