Unpleasant Lessons, and Some Others

For the sake of peace with Egypt, Menachem Begin’s government signed away all of Sinai including Israeli settlements.
President Trump Wants a Peace Process Too

Yet without tacit and/or manifest threats that Palestinian lives could become much more miserable, there is little chance that their behavior will improve.
Trump’s Greatest Deal

The Iran deal Trump needs to make with the Russians is clear. The only question is whether he is willing to pay the political price it requires.
What Do Jihadis Want? The Caliphate

A question often asked is, “What do the jihadis [Mujahideen] want?” The answer is surprisingly obscure, as most of their attacks do not include clear demands.
Does Israel Want More Ethiopian Jews?

The last chapter is now being written in the heroic saga of Israel’s rescue of Ethiopian Jewry over the past four decades.
An Economic Stick Against Dark Forces

The march of foolish resolutions, produced by unenlightened Arab states and radical anti-Semitic professors, must be stopped.
The Newest Bigotry: Supporter of Israel Must Have Travel Ban ‘Bias’

A recent panel discussion regarding the Trump travel ban was infected by the bigotry of one of the participants.
Oman: The Middle East’s Most Surprising Country

Oman, where I have spent the past week, is an Arab country unlike any other. Count the ways.
A Slippery Slope in Iraq and Syria

America’s allies and adversaries — and most of all, our troops — need to some answers as we appear to travel a well-worn and slippery slope.
Report: Iran Already Intimidated by Trump

Middle Eastern analysts say a vicious regime is being brought to heel.