The Veneer of Civilization
U.S. President Barack Obama frequently stated that “no deal is better than a bad deal” and that “all options are on the table.”
Turkey: Muslim Brothers’ Protector
What an irony that the Muslim Brotherhood seeks the help of Christians to stop the executions of their leaders.
Verbal Jousting
In the background of this note is the recent one about the misadventures of great powers, and producing unintended outcomes.
Raif Badawi and Saudi “Justice”
“My commitment is… to reject any oppression in the name of religion… a goal that we will reach in a peaceful and law-abiding way.”
Born in Jerusalem? Where’s That?
American citizens born in Paris have it registered on their passports that they were born in Paris, France.
Cyber Attack Targeted Iran Nuclear Talks, Russian Lab Concludes
A sophisticated computer virus was found at hotels linked to the Iranian nuclear negotiations, Russian computer security company Kaspersky Labs announced Wednesday.
Byzantine Church Uncovered Near Jerusalem Highway
A 1,500-year-old church has been uncovered on the road to Jerusalem, during archaeological excavations ahead of road work, the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) announced Wednesday.
Giving a Future to At-Risk-Youth in Israel
The statement “Our children are our future” is not one that is foreign to most people.
Will Erdogan’s Slap in the Face Lead to Real Change in Turkey?
When your enemies fall, we are told, don’t rejoice.
On the Middle East, France is a Tale of Two Countries
The French, to the casual observer, are a real enigma when it comes to foreign policy.