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The queen, the princess and the prophet

Although it is improbable that Elizabeth II is a descendant of Muhammad, one of the British queen’s ancestors was likely a refugee Muslim princess. However, the enduring popularity of this theory speaks some harsh truths about post-colonial reality and sheds light on the intertwined history of Islam and Christendom.

What does being a Muslim actually mean?

In much of the world, ‘Muslim’ is often used as a marker of ethnic origin rather than of religion. This must change.

Controversial US embassy in Jerusalem changes nothing and everything

Donald Trump’s decision to move the US embassy in Israel to Jerusalem changes nothing on the ground but everything on the horizon. It is the final death certificate of the peace process.

UN’s Insecurity Council risks tipping world over the edge

The UN Security Council has a long track record of failing to resolve conflicts. Now it is also in danger of bringing the major powers to blows.

Taking stock of the post-Ottoman Middle East

As the post-Ottoman order crumbles around us, would the Middle East would have been better or worse off had Turkey remained neutral during World War I?

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