As Syrian Civil War Creeps Closer to Israel, UN Extends Observation of Syria-Israel Border
Amidst increasing tensions on the Israel-Syria border, the United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution on Tuesday to extend its observation of the border in the Golan Heights for another six months.
When All Else Fails, Erdogan Calls Israel
Erdogan came to office in 2003 with a policy of “zero problems with neighbors,” but has since led Turkey to problems with most, if not all, of them.
Trump Seeks to Make Russia Great Again
Donald Trump has hired an attractive young woman to spin the news in his favor. But it’s a difficult job, especially when a cold-blooded killer endorses your candidate.
Chutzpah of ISIS, EU and UN Sign of the Fulfillment of Jewish Prophecy
According to the Talmud, Judaism’s treasury of rabbinic wisdom, the last generation before the arrival of the Messiah will be a generation marked by brazenness and audacity.
Iran Begins Exporting Uranium Stockpiles to Russia
Iran is preparing to meet its commitments to reduce its uranium stockpiles by exporting much of its enriched uranium to Russia.
Greek Parliament Likely to Recognize Palestinian State in Largely Symbolic Vote
Greece is likely to recognize Palestinian statehood in a symbolic vote at the Greek Parliament on Tuesday, in spite of the country’s recent efforts to strengthen its relationship with Israel.
Albania and Israel Sign Joint Declaration of Friendship
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday in Jerusalem to sign a joint declaration of friendship between the two countries.
Rocket Fire from Lebanon Hits Northern Israel
Three rockets fired from Lebanon fell in Israel’s Western Galilee on Sunday evening, causing a red alert siren to sound in the northern city of Nahariya and surrounding towns.
Canada Will Bring 50,000 Syrian Refugees to the Country In 2016
John McCallum, Canada’s minister of immigration and citizenship, has announced plans to double Canada’s pledge, with the hope of resettling up to 50,000 Syrian refugees by the end of 2016.
No Surrender This Time
France faces a future of ethnic civil war at worst, and periodic terrorist attacks and political tumult at minimum. Yet its difficulties—both geopolitical and demographic—can be overcome with patience and determination.