There's a scene in the film The Godfather Part III where Michael Corleone (played by Al Pacino) says: "Just when I thought I was out - they pull me back in."
And so it is with America and the Middle East, especially Iraq.
In this week's episode, Tim Marshall looks at the recent history of US military presence in the Middle East.
The number of American forces currently in Iraq is nowhere near the same level as in 2003. But the killing of Qassem Suleimani last week makes it unlikely US President Donald Trump will be able to bring US soldiers home from what he called "endless wars" in the region.
Tips to keep your car cool
- Place a sun reflector in your windshield when not driving
- Park in shaded or covered areas
- Add tint to windows
- Wrap your car to change the exterior colour
- Pick light interiors - choose colours such as beige and cream for seats and dashboard furniture
- Avoid leather interiors as these absorb more heat
In Search of Mary Shelley: The Girl Who Wrote Frankenstein
By Fiona Sampson
Profile
Sam Smith
Where: du Arena, Abu Dhabi
When: Saturday November 24
Rating: 4/5
COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Kumulus Water
Started: 2021
Founders: Iheb Triki and Mohamed Ali Abid
Based: Tunisia
Sector: Water technology
Number of staff: 22
Investment raised: $4 million