Is the Mideast Heading for an Energy War?
Following the discovery of natural gas reserves under the Mediterranean, a combination of ego, politics and the prospect of billions of dollars now threatens to erupt into military conflict, with clear ramifications for Israel.
Donald Trump and the Mythmakers
For the past 40-odd years, two narratives have guided American Middle East policy. Both were invented by the Carter administration. One relates to Iran. One relates to Israel.
Oppose Iran Sanctions, but Support BDS Against Israel?
Another lesson about why anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism from Ilhan Omar.
Post-Missile Attacks, Iran Takes an Off-Ramp as America aims for De-Escalation
As some predicted, while Tehran sought revenge for the U.S. assassination of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, it retaliated in a calculated way so as not to provoke a U.S. response.
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.
Iran Lacks Good Options
The killing of Soleimani was precipitated by Iran’s departure from a tacit ground rule.
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.
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.
Israeli Chief of Staff’s Speech Underlines the Sobering Fact that it’s Fighting Iran Alone
Lt. Gen. Aviv Kochavi shares his assessment of the growing risk of a direct clash with Iranian forces, saying, of course, that “it would be better if we weren’t the only one acting against them.”
IDF’s International Cooperation Unit Works to Ensure Room for Operations in an Increasingly Crowded Middle East
From friends to foes, Brig. Gen. Erez Maisel sheds light on the behind-the-scenes work conducted by the International Cooperation Unit to ensure freedom of maneuver for the Israel Defense Forces.