The Geography of Sino-Israeli Relations
The People’s Republic of China was formally founded in October 1949, only eleven months after the state of Israel. Although situated on opposite ends of the Asian continent, both nations began as poor, agrarian societies, early in their formation facing many similar challenges such as territorial threats.
After Failed Negotiations, Iran Weighs a Nuclear “Breakout”

It does not appear that Iran intends to give up its nuclear activity; instead, it is waiting for the right moment to “break out.”
Message from the Editor
With the publication of the Fall 2012 issue, the Jewish Political Studies Review is entering its twenty-fourth year of continuous publication.
The Bar Kochba Debate
Among the historical events associated with “Lag Ba’omer,” celebrated in the days ahead, is the Second Jewish Revolt led by Bar Kochba which was a war of national liberation against the Roman Empire.
International Law

Over 150 articles focusing on international law pertaining to Israel and the Middle East
Stalemate in the Syrian Civil War

On the second anniversary of the civil war in Syria, nothing on the horizon foretells a ceasefire.
Arab Spring and Middle East WMDFZ at the 2013 Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference

Arab Spring and Middle East WMDFZ Click here to listen Event Panel April 9, 2013 Washington, DC, Ronald Reagan Building International Trade Center, Amphitheater The 2010 NPT Review Conference Action Plan endorsed the convening in 2012 of a “zone free of nuclear and other WMD” conference to be attended by all states in […]
Iran’s Usual Scapegoat
The headlines in the major newspapers in the West left little doubt that the talks had completely failed.
On-Line Treasures of the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs

Learn about the incredible resources of the Jerusalem Center
The Geopolitics of Israel’s Offshore Gas Reserves

The flow of natural gas from Israel’s Tamar reservoir in the Mediterranean to the Ashdod reception facility was inaugurated on March 30, 2013, ushering in a new era in Israel’s energy sector.
What Would Kissinger Do?
The understandings reached between Israel and Turkey in efforts to normalize their relations raise a more fundamental issue about relations between states in today’s Middle East.
Understanding the Current State of the Iranian Nuclear Challenge

If negotiations only halt one aspect of the Iranian nuclear effort while letting the other parts of the program go forward, the world will still face an Iranian challenge in the years ahead.
About Those Talks With Iran
The reports coming out of the last round of talks between the P5+1 and Iran, held in Kazakhstan, were surprisingly positive.
Biased, Prejudiced, and Unprofessional: The UN Human Rights Council Fact-Finding Mission Report on Israeli Settlements

A UN Human Rights Council fact-finding mission on Israeli settlements showed blatant bias, lack of objectivity and unprofessional conduct.
Iranian Shiite Terror Cell in Nigeria Followed a Familiar Pattern

Shiite communities around the world represent the infrastructure upon which Iran builds its subversive policies worldwide.