Articles in this Cluster
23-10-2025
The Economist's Middle East & Africa section covers various news stories, including the Gaza conflict, Israeli politics, Sudan's mutual-aid groups, and Ghana's security. The articles analyze the impact of the Gaza war on Israeli politics and the region, the role of new players in Gaza, and the effectiveness of Donald Trump's Middle East policies. Other topics include the humanitarian crisis in Western Tigray, Ethiopia, and the scramble for Africa's new oil and gas resources.
Entities: Gaza, Israel, Hamas, Donald Trump, Sudan • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
23-10-2025
The article discusses Donald Trump's approach to the Middle East and argues that he has some valid points despite his unconventional methods. Many American presidents have tried to ignore the Middle East, but it continues to be a region of significant importance and chaos. The article suggests that Trump's approach, though different from his predecessors, has some merits that are worth considering.
Entities: Donald Trump, Middle East, Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Asia • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
23-10-2025
The article discusses the fragile Gaza ceasefire brokered by Donald Trump, which has held despite a recent clash between Israel and Hamas that left dozens dead. Israeli officials, including far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, initially declared the agreement void, but the ceasefire has remained in place. The article examines the factors contributing to the ceasefire's relative stability and the potential implications for the region, including the unpredictable nature of Israeli politics and the various players vying for influence in Gaza.
Entities: Donald Trump, Gaza, Israel, Hamas, Bezalel Smotrich • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
23-10-2025
The article discusses why Ghana is currently safe from jihadist attacks, despite being geographically close to the Sahel region where militant groups are active. The town of Bongo-Soe, located near the border with Burkina Faso, has not experienced any jihadist attacks since the army intervened three years ago. The article attributes Ghana's safety to a combination of luck, competence, and indifference on the part of the militants. The country's ability to deter Sahelian militants is highlighted, and the article suggests that this is due to a mix of factors, including the effectiveness of the Ghanaian army and the lack of interest from jihadist groups in targeting Ghana.
Entities: Ghana, Burkina Faso, Sahel, Bongo-Soe, Chief Naba Amaltinga • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
23-10-2025
South Korea is preparing for a visit from US President Donald Trump, which coincides with the return of APEC to the country after 20 years. The visit has sparked speculation about a potential revival of Trump-Kim diplomacy. CNN's Will Ripley spoke with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung about his expectations for the upcoming leaders' summit.
Entities: South Korea, Donald Trump, APEC, Kim, Will Ripley • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
