About Ibrahim Ba Matraf

Ibrahim Ba Matraf is an intern at Al Sharq Strategic Research and a graduate student at Ibn Haldun University. He has been working as an independent political researcher for over three years, with a focus on the Middle East, particularly Yemen. His analytical articles are published in Arabic, Turkish, and English by Yemeni, Turkish, and international research platforms. He also regularly writes as a Middle East specialist for a news website.
25 Nov, 2025

Beyond the Israeli Attacks: Structural Obstacles to Defeating the Houthis

Ibrahim Ba Matraf | 25 November 2025

The Houthis' announcement of the death of their Chief of Staff[i], Mohammed al-Ghamari, last October was the most significant Israeli intelligence breach since the beginning of its campaign against the Houthis. This announcement came shortly after the killing[ii] of nearly half the cabinet members, a development that shocked not only the Houthis but all observers.

Beyond the Israeli Attacks: Structural Obstacles to Defeating the Houthis2025-11-25T16:35:02+03:00
11 Jul, 2025

Hadhramaut Tensions and The Impact on Saudi-Emirati Relations

Ibrahim Ba Matraf | 11 July 2025

The recent political movements in Hadhramaut, particularly the Hadhramaut Tribal Alliance's announcement of its intention to establish self-rule in Hadhramaut, represent a fundamental development in the Yemeni political arena. This is not only because [...]

Hadhramaut Tensions and The Impact on Saudi-Emirati Relations2025-07-11T14:15:42+03:00

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