In Unstable Lebanon, Hezbollah’s Amassing of Force Continues
The fact that Israel has stepped up its gray-zone strikes in Syria, targeting apparent immediate efforts to smuggle weapons to Hezbollah in Lebanon, “simply proves that the force buildup is ongoing,” said Maj. (res.) Tal Beeri, head of research at the Alma Center.
Could UAE Opening to Syria Mark Major Shift for Region?
Amid the 2015 Iran deal and fight against ISIS, US efforts to remove Assad ended.
Israel’s Shadow War Dented Iran’s Takeover of Syria, But Only Temporarily
Explosive drones likely launched by Iranian-backed militias last Wednesday night targeted the At-Tanf U.S. airbase in eastern Syria, near the Iraqi and Jordanian borders.
Soner Cagaptay on Erdoğan’s Turkey: A “Democratic Comeback” Is Possible
Turkey became a “Republic of Fear in which opposing Erdoğan through ideas was criminalized.”
Middle East Migrants: Stay in Your Culture Zone
As the prospect of great numbers of Afghans fleeing their country – five million have been mentioned – comes into focus, a near-universal assumption exists that the West
Seth J. Frantzman on Drone Warfare in the Middle East
Crude remote piloted aircraft “have been around for a very long time,” initially used for “mundane tasks,” such as target practice.
Bennett Can’t Have it Both Ways with Biden
Remaining true to Israeli interests and “bridging gaps” with the Democratic Party is a contradiction in terms.
Joe Biden’s Catastrophic Judgment
As the president rejects all criticism of his personal failure in Afghanistan, there is effectively zero chance he will reconsider his policy of 42 years on Iran.
Russia Signals Displeasure Over Israel’s Campaign Against Iranian Axis in Syria
The smuggling or assembly of advanced weapons in Syria by Iran is an openly stated Israeli red line; Israeli defense officials have repeatedly stated that they will target such activity.
Afghanistan’s Winners: Qatar, Russia, China, Pakistan, Turkey, Iran
Afghanistan is a win for all who wish to see the U.S. humiliated.
