Middle East
Anti-Hamas campaign gains momentum as Gaza activists urge residents to take to the streets
Palestinian activists are beginning to speak out against Hamas, asserting that “Hamas is finished” and urging Gaza residents to join the protests set for the end of June.
Trump says Iran deal to be signed tomorrow, Hormuz to open 'immediately after'
Syria arrests 235 ISIS operatives in three months, foils seven terror plots
What do the rules of a ceasefire mean in the modern Middle East entail? -explainer
'We underestimated jihad’: JCFA experts warn of ideological war beyond the Middle East
We are moving from defense to offense, from explaining to exposing, and from defending to attacking.”
Iran’s war strategy: Winning by making war too costly - opinion
Trump’s domestic political standing is often tied to energy costs and inflation. Iran understands that a spike in oil prices can destabilize Western economies and fracture international coalitions.
As Israel inches closer to elections, will the region see a silver lining, or concern? - analysis
Countries across the region will closely watch which parties are on the rise in Jerusalem over the next few months.
Iran deal on nukes, missiles, Hormuz, and terror cash: A guide for the perplexed - analysis
For Israel to properly understand its security needs and future risks, it is also important to come to a dispassionate and apolitical evaluation of the major issues involved in the US-Iran deal.
Iran is like the ‘Titanic,’ and it's time for Donald Trump to sink it - opinion
Trump needs to make it clear to Iran: Either you do what I am telling you, or Kharg Island will be wiped off the map.
Will a new Sunni axis reshape the Middle East? - opinion
“Sunni axis” is a term that is gaining currency. It refers to a new security alliance of Sunni states that seems to be emerging, with the SMDA at its heart. Turkey and Qatar will probably join.
For the first time in decades, Israel is imposing its will on Hamas - opinion
A weakened Hamas, expanding Israeli control, and regional backing are reshaping Gaza’s future.
US strikes Iranian targets along Strait of Hormuz as Kuwait defends against drones, missiles
According to CENTCOM, the attacks were in response to Iran's downing of an American MQ-1 Reaper drone.
Beyond embassies: Israel can deepen regional cooperation without recognition - opinion
Between normalization and isolation, Israel could pursue structured economic ties that build real partnerships without formal embassies.
The West didn’t just limit Israel’s weapons; it outlawed victory - opinion
Israel’s closest allies have effectively told it to wage war indefinitely without winning.
