Middle East
US-Israel war with Iran reshapes global alliances, benefits Russia - opinion
If there are any winners during the war with Iran, one may be Vladimir Putin, the man Trump has frequently called his “good friend.”
Lebanon's president refuses talks, Iran stockpiles cause concern
Lebanon and Syria – are deals possible? - opinion
Israel’s shift from seeking approval to shaping global narrative - opinion
Tehran’s greatest blunder - opinion
The regional alliance Iran built against itself.
'Israel cannot live without hostility': Turkey warns Israel may target it next
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's remarks came just a day after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sharply escalated rhetoric by threatening possible military action against the Jewish state.
Iran is asking to be destroyed - opinion
Tehran made a historic miscalculation. By striking regional states and choking a vital maritime artery, it echoed strategic blunders of the past.
'Turkey is the new Iran': The growing threat Erdogan poses to Israel - analysis
Middle East expert Yoni Ben Menachem warns that behind Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s statements lies a structured plan to build a new Sunni axis that could replace Iran’s regional role.
Israel – hegemon or partner? The Middle East is divided- opinion
Israel’s military successes so far are already generating waves across the Middle East regarding its place on the “day after.”
As diplomacy fails, Iran expert says Middle East on brink of military escalation
In an interview on 103FM, Danny Citrinowicz noted that both the US and Iran are convinced they hold the upper hand, significantly lowering the chances of any compromise.
After the war: A more coordinated, but still divided, Gulf - opinion
Iranian strikes, targeting not only military assets but also civilian infrastructure, have underscored vulnerabilities across the Gulf.
Gulf states on edge as US-Iran talks in Islamabad end without deal - analysis
The Gulf is likely feeling that some of its concerns are being addressed and that many countries want to see the talks continue.
Pakistan gambles on Iran-US talks and comes up short - analysis
This shows the country is seeking to take the reins of regional responsibility after many years in which Pakistan seemed consumed by domestic troubles.
Post-war recalibration: Why Israel must rethink Syria approach - analysis
Syrians have shown since December 8, 2024, that they want to rebuild their country, and they want peace. This doesn’t mean everything has gone smoothly
