Since its inception in the mid-20th century, the Arab League has carried the hopes and dreams of the Arab nations, who envisioned it as a pathway to unity. Many believed it would erase artificial borders and become a powerful force, restoring a s...

In the details, a political victory for Syria after paying a heavy price, as a large part of those gathered at the summit were previously involved in the American-Western project to overthrow the Syrian state. The credit for regaining Syria's seat in...