Biased World? Turks Operating in Syria Judged Differently Than Israel
Turkey views the mostly Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD) in Syria as a threat, similar to how Israel views Hezbollah, US envoy for Syria engagement James Jeffrey said last week.
Iran’s War in Yemen: America’s Problem
How the United States should position itself, vis-a-vis MbS or the Yemen war, is a matter for debate. But members of the U.S. Senate should be able to articulate American national security interests in the Middle East and Africa
Trump’s Decision to Pull Forces Out of Syria has Upsides
On its face, Trump’s announcement that he is pulling US forces out of Syria seems like an unfriendly act toward Israel. But it isn’t.
Betrayal on the Euphrates
The apparent decision by US President Donald Trump to order the complete withdrawal of US forces from Syria was preceded by a looming crisis between the US and Turkey.
Trump Declares Victory in Syria Too Soon
In October, President Donald Trump did “declare victory” over ISIS. “I want to get out,” the president said. “I want to bring our troops back home. I want to start rebuilding our nation.”
Thoughts and Questions About US Withdrawal from Syria
There has been shock at the sudden decision by US President Donald Trump to withdraw from Syria.
How did Israel’s Enemies Become Experts in Tunnel Warfare?
From ISIS to Hezbollah, many terror groups have become experts in tunneling.
Strasbourg Attack Fits Previous Model of Criminal-Terror Nexus in Europe
The problem appears to be the gap between surveillance of members of the criminal-terrorist extremist Nexus, and prosecuting perpetrators for crimes such as acquiring illegal firearms.
US Claims it Killed ISIS Commander, Syria Says US Hit its Forces
The decision to strike an ISIS commander in Homs Governorate and in the desert area shows that the US is hunting in a wider range of areas in Syria.
A New Phase in Israel-Gulf Relations
Recent visits by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister Israel Katz to Oman could herald a regional upheavel.