Emiratis

Iran’s New ‘Nuclear’ Weapon

What happens if the U.S. declines to fight for the Strait of Hormuz.

Why the United States Should Pay More Attention to the War in Mali

The ongoing civil war in Mali—where a jihadist group is poised to seize power—is spilling over into Nigeria, with ominous humanitarian consequences.

Why we have a TSA and a DHS

And the jihadis that make them necessary

The Strait of Hormuz: The Military, Energy, and Economic Challenges

When U.S. Allies Turn on Each Other, America Must Act

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates Have Been Friends and Allies for Decades, but They Have Picked Different Sides in the Fighting in Yemen

For Pax Silica, Not All Gulf Partners Are Created Equal

The United States must apply stricter standards to Pax Silica partners, as Qatar’s track record does not justify its inclusion in a trusted AI security coalition.

The many shades of Islam 

Not all interpretations justify and drive terrorism – but some do

Hamas rejects UNSC vote endorsing key aspects of 20-point plan for Gaza

Hamas rejected a resolution passed by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on November 17 that endorsed key aspects of US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for ending the...

Turkey Hosts Meeting of Leading Islamic Foreign Ministers To Discuss Future of Gaza

'Palestinians Should Govern Palestinians’: Turkey convened a meeting of foreign ministers of Muslim-majority countries on November 3 to discuss the future of the Gaza ceasefire...

The United States Should be Prudent Regarding al-Sharaa’s Turn

Al-Sharaa’s turn away from the Nusra Front upon his seizure of power needs to be treated with prudence by the United States.

Yemeni forces planning ground offensive against the Houthis

Anti-Houthi “Yemeni militias are planning a ground offensive against the Houthis,” according to Yemeni and US officials cited by the Wall Street Journal. The plans follow over a month...

US, UAE conducting airstrikes in northern Somalia

On February 1, the United States launched at least six airstrikes against the Islamic State (IS) in Somalia’s semi-autonomous northern region of Puntland in support of that region’s current military...

Is Syria’s Julani part of a rising generation of younger Middle East leaders?

If Julani is to remain in power for the coming years, he could play a transformative role in Syria and the Middle East.

What’s next for Syria? Assad, Jihadist terrorist groups, and chemical weapons

Israel-Hamas War Reaches a Tipping Point

Should Biden let Hezbollah and the Houthis get a say in Gaza?

The US administration's 'no war whatsoever' policy signals to Iran that America is toothless and that the Islamic Republic can act with impunity

Hezbollah’s Escalation on Israel’s Northern Border

UAE sends 370 tonnes of aid, first land convoy reaches Jabalya in northern Gaza

UAE sends 370 tonnes of aid to northern Gaza via land convoy, marking a significant development amid efforts to provide humanitarian support.

Iran Says It Finalized Deal to Buy Russian Aircraft

Latest Developments Iran has finalized plans to purchase military aircraft from Russia, Iranian state media reported on November 28. The aircraft include Su-35 fighter jets, Mi-28 attack helicopters,...

Jordan, UAE to Set Up Gaza Field Hospitals After Six Weeks of War

Jordan and the United Arab Emirates are setting up the first field hospitals in the southern Gaza Strip to help wounded and sick Palestinians – those injured by the Hamas-Israel...