Decoding the Obama Doctrine

James Jeffrey, Barack Obama’s former ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to Iraq.
Arabs Blast “Obama’s Deal” with Iran

“This is a dangerous agreement… [it] provides Iran with what it needs most to pursue its wars and expansionism against the Arabs: funds.”
5,000-Year-Old Egyptian Brewery Uncovered in Tel Aviv [PHOTOS]

A pre-construction archaeological excavation in Tel Aviv has uncovered evidence of a popular Tel Aviv cultural practice, showing it dates back thousands of years.
In Our Neck of the Woods, Actions Speak Louder than Words

Analysis of the events that occurred over the last few years in the Middle East.
The Kobani Precedent

Recently, I attempted to undertake a reporting trip into the Kurdish Kobani enclave in northern Syria.
Why Yemen Matters

The Middle East witnessed something radically new last Thursday.
Turkey’s Illusions Hit Realities

Apparently, the Turkish government does not want to confront ISIS.
Supporters of Deal Are Strengthening Iran’s Negotiating Position

The United States seems to be negotiating on the basis of a belief that the worst possible outcome of the current negotiations is no deal.
“Arab Joint Force”: A Vote of No Confidence in the West

The general feeling Arab capitals is that the Western world are not serious when it comes to confronting the threat of Iran, ISIS or other terrorist groups.
Jerusalem Dateline: Egypt Says US Playing “Double Game” in Terror War (VIDEO)

After the beheading of 21 Coptic Christians, Egypt strikes back at ISIS. President Sisi’s quick and forceful response is sending a message to the Middle Eastern terror group.