Not Just Another Iranian General
For Iran’s friends and foes alike, Qassem Soleimani was second only to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Tehran will struggle to find another strategist of his caliber.
2020 Likely to be Another Decade of Defiance and Dissent
Like the previous decade, the new year—and perhaps the new decade—is likely to be marked by popular protest, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
Netanyahu Builds Momentum with Key Victories in Likud Primary and Supreme Court Challenge
The Israeli prime minister’s speeches have focused on his security and diplomatic accomplishments, as well as the unprecedented economic growth the Jewish state has seen during his leadership.
Iran Lacks Good Options
The killing of Soleimani was precipitated by Iran’s departure from a tacit ground rule.
Nikki Haley, All-American
The former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations is a loyal and principled neo-Trumpian, which makes some people angry.
Iniquitous Indictments for Invented Infractions
Like every mortal on the planet, Benjamin Netanyahu is not irreplaceable or unblemished, though his record indicates that he is by far the most capable candidate to lead Israel in these challenging times.
Iran Crossed Red Line with Trump Administration; US, Israel, Region Brace for Response
In a major shift, the United States adopts a preemptive action against Tehran and one of its most powerful leaders, Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani, who had over the years built a multinational terror army, implementing the supreme leader’s radical hegemonic plans.
The Struggle for the Mediterranean
The contest in Libya has the potential to draw in multiple powers that have a direct stake in its outcome.
500 Christian Students Celebrate ‘Life-Changing’ Journey in Israel
Ambassador Friedman greeted the students: “Passages helps provide an objective perspective on Israel”
Iran Tries to Change Narrative in Iraq as US Faces Key Decisions Following Airstrike Escalation
In the short term, Tehran will likely have some success in changing the course of Iraqi protests that have targeted severe failures among the government in Baghdad, which has been under the influence of Iran and corrupt Iraqi elites.