Europe’s Migration Crisis: “Not Giving Us Like in Germany”

Pope Francis on September 6 called on all Catholic parishes and monasteries in Europe each to house one refugee family.
Israel and Russia Look to Avoid Conflict in Syria

Following an increase in Russian presence in Syria, Israeli officials have been reassessing how to handle “fall-out” issues arising from the ongoing Syrian civil war.
Russian Military Buildup in Syria Leaves Obama Administration Scrambling

A Russian military buildup in Syria has left Western officials scrambling to clarify Moscow’s intent in the war ravaged country.
EU Shutting Doors to Refugees

Hungary sealed its border with Serbia on Tuesday, cutting off the flow of refugees flooding the European Union (EU) Nations.
To End the Refugee Influx, Europe Must Resign Itself to Assad’s Rule

I have a hard time with the idea that boarding an overcrowded train to Germany has come to symbolize hope for survivors.
Life in the Shadow of Islam

The second Muslim Caliph, Umar bin Khattab, conquered Jerusalem in 638 C.E. without shedding a drop of blood.
A Prayer for 5776

As we approach Rosh Hashana, the people of Israel need to recognize how lucky we are.
Turkey: America’s Really Bad “Faustian Bargain”

Turkey cannot fight the Islamic State (IS) and the Kurds, who are the essential ground force of any coalition campaign against IS, at the same time forever.
How Dangerous is ISIS to Israel?

The Israeli army and the ISIS militia are in different leagues.
The Mideast Migrant Crisis Requires Mideast Solutions

ISIS is replaced with stable and sane states, the Gulf countries should welcome all Mideast refugees.