Neville Teller

Born in London and educated at Oxford University, Neville combined a career in the Civil Service with writing for BBC radio as dramatist and abridger. In addition, he has been commenting on the Middle East political scene for some 35 years, with five books published on the subject.

QATAR’S EMIR Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad al-Thani meets with Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Doha in April. Egypt, along with Qatar and the US, has been central to recent efforts on reaching a ceasefire and hostage release, says the writer.

Egypt takes the lead as the only viable plan for the reconstruction of Gaza - opinion

Mohammad Reza Pahlavi

'King of Kings': The rise and fall of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi - review

JORDAN’S FOREIGN MINISTER Ayman Safadi speaks at the two-state-solution conference at the UN last month. Although official Jordanian policy supports two states, its leaders are wary that unresolved issues could endanger its vital interests, says the writer.

One way to Palestinian autonomy - opinion


As Hezbollah weakens, Lebanon recovers - opinion

Hezbollah’s legitimacy, even within its core constituency, has been damaged by its loss of charismatic leadership and its degraded military position.

 Members of Hezbollah attend the funeral of Taleb Abdallah, also known as Abu Taleb, a senior field commander of Hezbollah who was killed by what security forces say was an Israel strike in Beirut's southern suburbs, Lebanon June 12, 2024.

'Antisemitism: History and myth': Greek Orthodox Christian examines antisemitism - review

In Antisemitism: History and Myth, Spencer provides a carefully researched overview of this most persistent, and most unjustified, of phenomena, but not, of course, any sort of remedy.

ON APRIL 1, 1933, Nazi soldiers hang a sign on the window of a Jewish-owned business, reading: ‘German, protect yourself. Do not buy from Jews.’

Palestinian statehood: What does recognition mean? - opinion

Most recognitions of Palestine are not legal affirmations of full statehood but political support for Palestinian self-determination and a two-state solution.

UK FOREIGN SECRETARY David Lammy speaks after addressing a conference on a two-state solution at UN Headquarters in New York City last week. The Palestinian Fatah leadership has rejected two-state offers on multiple occasions, the writer notes.

The myth of obstinate Israel - opinion

A joint statement by 28 foreign ministers condemning Israel for the continued conflict in Gaza discounts the dangers Hamas poses.

FOREIGN MINISTER Gideon Sa’ar speaks at the Muni Expo 2025 conference in Tel Aviv earlier this month. After Hamas praised the statement of 28 foreign ministers, Sa’ar retorted: If a terrorist organization embraces you, ‘you are in the wrong place.’

Syria's President Sharaa – friend or foe? - opinion

Statements made by Sharaa seem to indicate that he seeks conciliation with Israel.

 FRENCH PRESIDENT Emmanuel Macron shakes hands with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa after a meeting at the Elysee Palace in May. Sharaa is a potential threat to Israel’s security but possibly prepared to normalize ties with Israel, says the writer.

Sudan seeks closer ties with Israel - opinion

The clashes in Sudan have led to a humanitarian crisis, and Israel is in a position to help bring relief and restore stability.

 SUDAN’S SOVEREIGNTY COUNCIL head, Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, addresses the UN General Assembly last year. In 2020, he met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and they agreed to normalize ties.

Is a democratic Iran possible? - opinion

Two organizations situated outside Iran are dedicated to bringing it about. However, they are at loggerheads with each other.

 Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of the last Shah of Iran, speaks during a press conference about the situation in Iran and the need to support Iranians, in Paris, France, June 23, 2025.

Paying for the 'day after': Who will fund Gaza’s reconstruction? - opinion

The donors likely to finance Egypt’s plan include a mix of international and regional actors.

 A general view shows destruction in North Gaza, as seen from Israel, May 27, 2025.

'Are We There Yet?' Building and sustaining healthy marriages - review

For couples contemplating, or embarking on, marriage, or who are already navigating its hidden depths, Are We There Yet? is essential and rewarding reading.

Marriage

From jihadist to president: Is Ahmed al-Sharaa's transformation true or false? - opinion

Ahmed al-Sharaa’s journey from jihadist commander to president presents the world with a highly dramatic transformation. Is it genuine or mere show?

 French President Emmanuel Macron and interim Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa attend a press conference after a meeting at the Élysée Palace, in May 2025.