Middle East
Israel has too much to lose to be afraid of condemning the Muslim Brotherhood - editorial
The Brotherhood does not only represent an alternative political ideology; all too often, it has served as a veil for radicalization and terror.
‘One Ring’ of pro-Palestine propaganda shaping the war on Zionism – opinion
X’s location tool reveals global disinformation machine - opinion
Iran plays with fire as economic anger grows, fuel hike may be spark that lights people - analysis
New border clashes expose Israel’s confused Syria policy as region heats up - analysis
A year after the Assad regime fell, it would not look good for Israel to be displacing Syrians who have only recently been able to have a life free from conflict.
Tony Blair dropped from Trump's Gaza 'board of peace' after Arab objections - Financial Times
Blair, the former UK prime minister, was the only individual initially named by Trump when the US president unveiled his 20-point plan to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas in late September.
Forget embassies: How trains, tunnels could link Israel and Saudi Arabia - opinion
The IMEC will not solve everything. But as an off-ramp from stalled normalization and an on-ramp to a shared strategic future, it may be the rare piece of timing the region actually gets right.
Mossad chief Barnea bridges Doha divide after Israel's assassination attempt in Qatar - analysis
Israel’s spy chief has used his extensive skill set to rebuild the Mossad's working relationship with Qatar following the attempted assassination of Hamas officials in Doha.
European Union eyeing Lebanon presence in boost for efforts to disarm Hezbollah, document shows
EU efforts could “focus on advice, training and capacity-building,” a document said, adding that it would not take over UNIFIL's tasks in the Levant.
Iran's currency sinks to lowest level in history, local media blames government policy
Iranian media blamed the government's recent economic liberalization policies for adding pressure to the open rate market.
One year after Assad's fall: New Syrian leadership celebrates, but deep internal rifts persist
Celebrations also appear muted in Suwayda, the Druze region that Israel has pledged to defend from the new government. The Druze historically had a complex relationship with the Assad regime.
Tally Gotliv's emerging influence in Likud politics – opinion
MK Tally Gotliv’s unconventional style, loyal base, and clashes with Israel’s legal system make her one of Likud’s most interesting figures.
American unity with Israel is more than just politics - opinion
How the US-Israel bond drives regional peace and long-term American interests in the Middle East.
Israel is not a democracy, US envoy to Syria Tom Barrack suggests at Doha Forum
"In this region, what's worked the best, whether you like it or you do not like it, is a benevolent monarchy," Barrack said.
US seeks to arrange Netanyahu–Sisi meeting, pushing Israel to expand regional economic ties - Axios
The two leaders have not officially met since before the start of the Israel-Hamas War.
