Is Hizbullah Preparing for a Renewed Military Conflict with Israel?
As tension builds, the Shiite south of Lebanon is rife with rumors of an imminent Israeli military strike on Hizbullah targets in southern Lebanon, Beirut, and northern regions.
Aid to Gaza: A Tragic Cycle of Exploitation
The international community, especially in Europe, appears more interested in rewarding Hamas than in stopping it.
The U.S. Should Permanently Stop All Funding to UNRWA
The very existence of UNRWA is contrary to the U.S. interests and goal of finding a viable solution to the Palestinian conflict with Israel. However, if the U.S. insists on funding UNRWA, it should at least implement strict requirements.
Israel and Iran Prepare for a New Round of Fighting
Iran is still capable of launching a rapid barrage of hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israel, as it did in April 2024 but such a move would be extremely risky for Iran, as Israel would respond with overwhelming force on Iranian territory.
Syria’s Jihadist Order Is a Global Threat
If the international community continues to underestimate the threat posed by actors like Ahmed al-Sharaa, it will soon find itself dealing with a problem that no longer stops at the borders of Syria or even the Middle East.
“Finishing the Job” in Gaza: What It Means and What It Takes
This war is unfolding in a historically complex moment filled with strategic shifts, costs, and geopolitical consequences for Israel, the United States, and other nations.
After the Ceasefire Failure Between Israel and Lebanon: What Next?
Hizbullah’s refusal to disarm and the Lebanese government’s inability to control it means Israel may need to deliver a crushing blow to the terrorist group, compelling it to capitulate or negotiate.
The Danger of Releasing Terrorist Mass Murderers
Some of the mass murderers Hamas is demanding to release in exchange for hostages are responsible for the deaths of many U.S. citizens and, if freed, will almost certainly return to terrorism.
Can Al-Jolani Unite Syria and Prevent Its Disintegration?
Syria’s interim leader faces a critical task: he may attempt to stabilize the situation, but without broad support – gained through dialogue and deep political solutions – it is likely the crisis will only worsen.
Understanding Israel’s “Strong Horse” Strikes on Syria: Prevention, Security, Perception in the Shadow of Iran
Israel must strike a new balance between enforcing its new national security policy of destroying threats, while leveraging new opportunities for non-belligerence pacts and deeper regional alliances.
Iran Approaches a Moment of Decision
While it wants the harsh economic sanctions lifted, it stubbornly clings to the principle of domestic uranium enrichment. However, any attempt to do so will prompt further attacks by Israel and the United States.
Is the U.S. Looking for a New Approach to Disarming Hizbullah in Lebanon?
U.S. Ambassador Thomas Barrack has introduced two potentially dramatic shifts to break the impasse and lead the parties to an agreement.
Jordan is a Strategic Asset for Israel
The Hashemite Kingdom’s position between the moderate Sunni axis and the Iranian threat makes it both vulnerable and essential and Israel should reinforce its security and economic ties with it.
What Hamas Taught Mamdani: Lessons in Populist Propaganda and Totalitarian Takeover
The Democratic candidate’s 2025 mayoral campaign is not merely a bid for office but a case study in political warfare, drawing lessons from Hamas’s 2006 electoral strategy.
Survey: Most Israelis Want to See Military Rule in Gaza the Day After
A new JCFA survey shows 52% of Israelis support ending the war with an Israeli takeover of Gaza and a temporary military administration, while 4% want Hamas to remain in power.
