Democracy
WATCH: Pahlavi announces six demands for int'l community, Iranian diaspora to support protesters
Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi outlined six key demands to rally global support for Iranian activists and protesters, urging a coordinated international effort to weaken the regime.
Democracy’s blind spot: Extremism that no longer fears exposure - opinion
Trump’s new world order is hitting the Middle East at full speed - opinion
Those who seek truth do not silence the press - opinion
Lack of voting opportunities, calls for reforms to strengthen Israel’s democracy - IDI report
The study notes that Israel stands apart from developed democracies by offering citizens only two direct voting opportunities.
How to pave Iran's path to freedom - opinion
With careful planning, a transition commission has the potential to inspire confidence and contribute to a more democratic and prosperous Iran, benefitting the Middle East and the wider world.
Israel's soldiers are selfless, civil, patriotic. Israel's politicians are the opposite - opinion
Is this the kind of politics we want? Are these the kind of leaders we deserve? What kind of moral maggots represent us?
Knesset's streak of anti-democratic legislation goes against the public's will - opinion
Are Israelis interested in legislation that threatens to violate fundamental rights and undermine the functioning and independence of various institutions and organizations?
How will opposition groups shape post-Islamic regime Iran? - opinion
A democratic Iran is not only the aspiration of its people but also a strategic necessity for the international community.
Individuals leaving Israel should not face criticism - opinion
One of the basic rights of the individual in a liberal democracy is the right to emigrate. Anyone who finds the situation unbearable has the right to leave without being branded a traitor.
Can secular Israel survive as the country marches into an extreme Messianic Age? - opinion
According to lawyer Yair Nehorai, Messianic Judaism is on the ascendancy and is in danger of taking over our police, army, and fragile democracy itself.
'There won't be a state': Will internal strife lead another Jewish nation to ruin? - opinion
Both Solomon’s kingdom and the Hasmonean dynasty were beset by internal strife in their fourth quarters, allowing external enemies to destroy the Jewish state. That pattern is happening again.
Europe can succeed in an uncertain world, but it has to rethink the way it operates - opinion
To demonstrate leadership, Europe must form agile alliances among its states to promote research, innovation, and joint ventures.
Netanyahu’s trial is Israel's trial - opinion
Netanyahu's trial is a confrontation between entrenched elites clinging to their hegemony and emerging forces seeking rightful representation, one where the courtroom has become a battlefield.