The Art of the Deal
The West can “push” Israel all it wants. But in the end, only the Lord of History brings the best deal.
Oman Visit Only Latest Point of Support for Israel
Subtle message is that Iran is the problem and Muscat’s gesture is good for the Middle East
Why Israel? Because Iran
The appearance of the USS Ross in Ashdod was a welcome sight for those who value the U.S.-Israel security relationship and for those who value stability and security in the vital Mediterranean Sea.
The PLO-Hamas Divorce is Final
Gaza’s culture is Bedouin, while that of Arabs in Judea and Samaria is that of farmers and city dwellers. That is only one of the reasons the two areas don’t mesh.
Increasing Iranian Missile Threat on Israel’s Northern Border
As a result of IDF airstrikes against its military bases in Syria, Iran has been forced to transfer its anti-Israel assets to Hezbollah-controlled Lebanon. This effort, involving upgrading hundreds of thousands of missiles, uses nefarious method and may even involve a more imminent nuclear threat than previously thought.
Israel Welcomes Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan
The visit represents the first time in 18 years that such a high-ranking Chinese official has come to Israel. Vice President Qishan arrived in Israel with a delegation of ministers and deputy ministers from approximately 13 ministries.
Jordan Cancels Annexes of Peace Treaty With Israel
Israel’s nearly 25-year peace treaty with Jordan has been a remarkable oasis of stability in a region otherwise riven with conflict and bloodshed. However, following a mass demonstration in Jordan’s capital Amman on Friday, King Abdullah announced that he has decided not to extend a part in the 1994 Jordanian-Israeli peace treaty, which annexes regions of the Arava desert and Naharayim to Israel.
Breaking the Silence on Donating to the New Israel Fund
Hosting the NIF and donating to it is an anti-Israel act, even more so when it takes place in a synagogue. Read about what one of their grantees plans for this weekend.
Russia Raises the Stakes in Syria
Russia’s sudden deployment of S-300 surface-to-air missiles in Syria last week raised the stakes in Syria significantly for the U.S. and Israel.
Policies of Failure?
I long for the day Israelis will dwell in total peace and safety, forever.