Analysis and commentary on geopolitics, political economy, human rights and the forces shaping our world.
27 articles by Falah Mousa
Will the Balkans Be Able to Accept the Migrants That Europe Wants to Send Back?
In Copenhagen last week, (September 4) representatives from Germany, Austria, Denmark, Greece and the Netherlands met to discuss establishing centers for processing migrants. The goal is…
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Can A Country Control Its AI If It Does Not Control The Cloud?
Governments are talking increasingly about AI sovereignty. They want national AI systems, stronger control over sensitive data, and less dependence on foreign technology companies. But AI…
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How is Kazakhstan utilizing its geopolitical strategy through the capital markets?
There is an interesting trend in Kazakhstan’s capital markets. Foreign investors currently own approximately $5 billion in the form of Kazakh local governments’ domestic debt. This…
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The Caspian Sea Is Becoming a New Energy Battleground
For decades, Central Asia has exported a long list of natural resources including; crude oil, refined petroleum products, natural gas, uranium, and aluminum. However, due to…
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The AI Sovereignty Gap: The Cost of Depending on Foreign AI
Artificial intelligence is no longer simply a technology story; it is becoming a sovereignty issue. Governments have discussed artificial intelligence for years in terms of its…
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The Gulf War as a Global Turning Point
The 2026 Iran war was a conflict centred on Iran, launched by the United States and Israel on February 28, 2026, and has reshaped the political…
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Mapping Power in Iran: The ruling blocs in Tehran and the back channel that could end the war with Washington
The balance of political and executive power inside Iran changed sharply after February 28th, 2026. As a consequence of this shift Iran is now rapidly moving…
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When War in the Middle East Becomes a Global Poverty Shock
Much of what the public is currently hearing about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East revolves around oil price increases, disrupted shipping routes, military risks,…
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The rebuilding trap in Gulf energy… Why the war will not end at the oilfield
The actual energy crisis in the Gulf region is no longer the bombing itself. The bigger issue, and one that could last for many months, is…
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Washington Is Repeating Its Iraq Mistake in Iran: Removing a Regime Is Easy. Building a State Is Not
Although the U.S. militarily "won" the Iraq War in 2003 by removing Saddam Hussein’s regime and accomplishing most of what Washington set out to do, the…
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Davos 2026: Can It Reunite the Global Economy?
In the midst of the worst geopolitical tensions since the Second World War, and the deepest economic and technological divisions, the World Economic Forum is today…
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Unseen Commanders: How Military AI Partnerships are Redefining Global Stability
Artificial intelligence (AI), previously considered a futuristic concept, has rapidly become central to current military strategy. Today, strategic partnerships between military institutions and leading AI developers…
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Harassment Exposed: Why This Global Crisis Won’t Go Away
On November 4, 2025, during a routine public walkabout in Mexico City’s historic center, a visibly intoxicated man approached President Claudia Sheinbaum, the country’s first female…
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Profiting from Poverty: The Dark Truth Behind Fake Job Platforms and Arrogant Employers How Fake Companies and Job Platforms Exploit Struggling Job Seekers in Need and Crisis
The modern digital environment has intensified the visibility of unemployment as a widespread and persistent challenge. With economic uncertainty affecting large segments of the global population,…
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The Kashmir Crisis
The bloodshed returned suddenly. On April 22, 2025, the lush meadows of Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, in Indian-administered Kashmir, were soaked with the blood of innocent…
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Hunger is Not a Tech Problem: The Real Crisis is Inequality and Market Manipulation
In a recent open letter (worldfoodprize.org, 14 Jan. 2025) over 150 Nobel laureates and World Food Prize recipients have sounded the alarm on an impending global…
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EU Must Wake Up or Fade Into Irrelevance: Mario Draghi’s Plan to Save Europe
The European Union (EU) has a Critical opportunity to reshape its future. In his recently released “Report on the Future of European Competitiveness”, Mario Draghi, former…
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Iraq’s Climate Crisis: Can Global Action Stop the Collapse?
Iraq is grappling with a multifaceted crisis driven primarily by the adverse impacts of climate change. Rising temperatures, prolonged droughts, and erratic rainfall patterns have exacerbated…
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Syria’s Economic Collapse: Assad’s Legacy of Corruption and Criminal Networks
Having fled to Moscow, Bashar al-Assad leaves behind a Syria economically and morally bankrupt, a nation ravaged by 13 years of civil war, authoritarian mismanagement, and…
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Migration Crisis: Is the MENA Region Losing Its Future?
The Arab Barometer’s latest Wave VIII report reveals a troubling trend: migration is no longer just an option for many in the Middle East and North…
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Breaking the LinkedIn Cycle: Addressing Job Seekers Frustration and Employers Indifference
In today’s highly competitive job market, platforms like LinkedIn have become an essential tool for networking and job hunting. However, for many job seekers, the experience…
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From Disregard to Action: Protecting the Rights of Innocent Children in Conflict Zones
Amidst the chaos and devastation of conflict, the innocence of children stands as a stark reminder of humanity’s duty to protect and nurture the most vulnerable.…
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The Cost of Conflicts: How Global Military Spending Eclipses Developmental Potential
In an era where humanity faces existential threats from climate change, burgeoning economic inequality, pandemics, pervasive food insecurity, and escalating political instability, the alarming rise in…
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Human Rights or Hypocrisy? Western Nations and the International Criminal Court
International Justice Day, observed annually on July 17, commemorates the historic adoption of the “Rome Statute” in 1998. This significant day emphasizes the ongoing fight against…
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Revealing the Entire Picture in Sudan: More Than a Mere Battle for Military Supremacy, a Coup Threatens Democracy and Civilian Leadership
Since attaining independence in 1956, Sudan has been plagued by 35 coups, coup attempts, and coup plots, surpassing any other African nation (statista.com). In 2019, an…
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The Mediterranean Tragedy: Unmasking the Urgency of Europe’s Migration Policy
On June 14th, a devastating tragedy unfolded in the east Mediterranean, casting a harsh light on the escalating migrant crisis in Europe. A vessel, precariously overloaded…
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The Bank System in Iraq: Challenges and Opportunities for Electronic Payment
Iraq has long struggled with a weak and underdeveloped banking system, which has hampered economic growth and financial inclusion in the country. Despite some recent progress,…
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Falah Mousa 