Toward a True US-Israel Partnership

In his remarks before the Conference of Presidents, Rivlin voiced concern at the fact that Israel has become a partisan football in US politics.
Dispatch from Mosul

This is a dominion which appears to be in no danger of being eclipsed any time soon, regardless of which of its protagonists gains the advantage in the next phase.
U.S. Ground Troops for Syria: A Really Bad Idea

The president is being asked by the Pentagon to provide U.S. ground troops to fight ISIS in Syria.
Arab World is Opening Up to Israel

Arab, African and Asia leaders believe that a “new day” has arrived in the Middle East and increasingly view Israel as an island of stability that could anchor a period of economic growth around the region.
Trump, Netanyahu Seek Common Ground

Iran emerges as a central uniting issue.
Making Policy in the New Administration

It is tempting to presume that problems called “priorities” can be resolved with just a little more savvy or a little more will.
Defying Washington, Iran to Begin “Grand Prophet 11” Missile Tests

On Monday, Iran will begin a three-day military exercise called Grand Prophet 11 which will reportedly include firing missiles, despite warnings from America concerning its missile program.
Back to the Drawing Board

It is also time to impose some reality therapy on the policymakers in the State Department.
Beautiful Friendship

Less than a week after he was inaugurated into office, President Donald Trump announced that he had repaired the US’s fractured ties with Israel.
The Fast Track to Armageddon

Could President Trump propel a nuclear war in the Middle East?