Trying to Read Beyond Western War Narratives — Need Book Recs.

I’m making my 2026 reading plan and a list of books I want to read and buy. Historical fiction is my favorite genre. I got into it through reading about the Palestine war, and since then I’ve become very informed on Palestine, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

For 2026, I want to focus on history, historical fiction, and memoirs about countries affected by war, especially in Africa.Sudan, Congo, Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Libya, the Central African Republic, Mali, and Burkina Faso. I’m also open to books on Ukraine, Yemen, Syria, and other current conflicts. Drop your recommendations.