Iraq elections expose Iran’s vulnerability
The victory of a nationalist in Iraq’s elections has dealt a blow to Iran’s interests and begs the question of whether Tehran’s influence in the Middle East has peaked.
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Angels, demons, double standards in Trump’s Mideast
Donald Trump has withdrawn the U.S. from the Iran nuclear accord. But his criticism rings hollow in a region dripping in blood, where implacable foes jostle for power.
Read moreDecoder Spotlight: Jaeli Rose of School Year Abroad
She wrote an article, organized a writing class and took charge of a webinar. Meet Jaeli Rose of Student Year Abroad France, our latest “Decoder in the Spotlight”.
Read moreReflections on the Holocaust: Never again — for anyone
As a Jew, I can never forget the Holocaust and the slaughter of millions. But we must not persecute Palestinians for their faith. That is hypocrisy.
Read moreDonald Trump plays with fire in Jerusalem
In vowing to move the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, Donald Trump has torn up the diplomatic rule book, satisfying his base but at what global cost?
Read moreBalfour: Dirty word or golden key?
It was a 67-word letter penned by a UK diplomat a century ago. But the Balfour Declaration still resonates through Israel and the Palestinian territories.
Read moreIran outpacing Saudi Arabia in Middle East struggle
Rivalry between Iran and Saudi Arabia, aspirants for leadership of the Islamic world, is at the crux of conflict across the Mideast, with deadly results.
Read moreWith Trump, hopes fade for Palestinian state beside Israel
Donald Trump may have abandoned Washington’s commitment to a Palestinian state living alongside Israel. But the dream of a two-state solution died long ago.
Read moreWhy Saudi Arabia-Qatar tensions are so important
The region is energy-rich, torn by conflict and at the epicenter of a struggle between Saudi Arabia and Iran. All reasons why the blockade of Qatar matters.
Read moreQatar “Crisis” – Diplomatic Sleight of Hand Aimed at Iran
Saudi Arabia and its Gulf allies have punished Qatar. The real target is not the small, gas-rich emirate but the regional powerhouse that is Iran.
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