Iran Has Red Lines — Too Bad the U.S. Doesn’t
The Senate has passed the Corker-Cardin bill to ensure Congressional oversight of any deal the president concludes with Iran.
Will Canada Prosecute BDS Supporters Under Hate Crime Laws?
Canadian news outlet CBC reported that the government had signaled its willingness to use hate crime laws against supporters of the BDS movement.
Sweating the Small Stuff
With the world watching “big picture” items regarding Israel (such as, of course, Iran, but also including Hezbollah rocket stockpiles in Lebanon.
As the Nakba Comes to Washington, a Wasted Opportunity
Washington, DC will play host to a group of pro-Palestinian activists who have assembled an exhibit about the dispersion of the Palestinians.
Israel to Bolster its Naval Might with Purchase of New Ships from Germany
In one of the largest deals of its kind, Israel purchased four naval patrol ships from Germany which are intended to be used to secure offshore natural gas assets.
Obama: Israel Must End “Occupation,” Commit to Two-State Solution
US President Barack Obama called on the new Israeli government to show “a genuine commitment to a two-state solution” and end its occupation.
A Turkish-Saudi Military Offensive on Syria?
Syria’s Scud-C ballistic missiles put several big Turkish cities “within range.”
The Middle East Runs Out of Water
A ranking Iranian political figure, Issa Kalantari, recently warned that past mistakes leave Iran with water supplies so insufficient.
An American Trapped in the 1948 Siege of Jerusalem
“We are so used to bombs and the sound of firing guns that we don’t get upset anymore.”
Death Threats Prompt Security Protection for Incoming Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked
The Knesset has placed a security detail for the incoming Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked, after recent incitement against her on social media.