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Ali Lahrech

Ali was born and raised in Washington D.C. to Moroccan parents. He has spent most of his life between the U.S and Morocco which has given him a rich understanding of intercultural relations and geopolitics. He holds an Honors B.A. in International Relations, History and Spanish from the University of Toronto, where he specialized in diplomacy and foreign policy. Ali’s writing likes to focus on international affairs, with a concentration on North Africa, as well as U.S. history, politics, and foreign policy. In his free time, he can be found in the gym, the kitchen, and the football pitch, all while learning about obscure subjects.

Posted inThe Big Picture

Fentanyl or Fossil Fuels: What Trump’s Escalation in Venezuela Is Really About?

Avatar photo by Ali Lahrech January 4, 2026January 4, 2026

The Trump administration has attacked Venezuela and Kidnapped its leader. The media says it’s about drugs, but what is the true reason?

Posted inVoices of the Unseen

Newcomer Men: Unique Challenges and Considerations

Avatar photo by Ali Lahrech November 18, 2025November 2, 2025
Posted inAnalysis

Tunisia’s False Spring: 15 Years after the Revolution

Avatar photo by Ali Lahrech October 16, 2025October 9, 2025
Posted inAnalysis

Morocco’s New Family Code: Reforming or Reinforcing Patriarchy?

Avatar photo by Ali Lahrech July 9, 2025July 12, 2025
Posted inThe Big Picture

Trump, Saudi Arabia, and the Politics of Loyalty

Avatar photo by Ali Lahrech May 13, 2025May 13, 2025
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Family Feud: The Deterioration of Moroccan-Algerian Relations

Avatar photo by Ali Lahrech April 30, 2025April 12, 2025

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