Gaza. Processing humanitarian workers, letting survivors die
In Gaza as in the West Bank, Médecins du Monde (Doctors of the World), in common with other NGOs, may have to suspend their activities after Israel's refusal to renew their accreditation.
Syria. In Raqqa, the end of the Kurdish dream
Raqqa, 18 January 2026. Syrian army soldiers are taking selfies around the city, celebratory gunfire resounds, the Syrian flag flutters.
Sudan. Kadamul, a social and political symbol
Worn originally to cope with weather conditions, the kadamul in recent decades has acquired many other functions.
“ Pharaoh can do as he pleases”
Rami Abou Jamous has been keeping a diary for Orient XXI since February 2024.