Why Isn’t Moscow Celebrating Trump’s Re-election?
Many expected the Kremlin to rejoice in Trump’s victory, but the reaction has been tepid at best. Perhaps the Russians recognize the irreconcilable differences in the US-Russian relationship.
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After COP29, Israel and the Region Can Reaffirm the Abraham Accords Vision
Cooperation on climate change is both an environmental necessity and a proven means of building peace with Israel’s Arab neighbors.
Op-eds
‘Now Hamas Has A Choice to Make’: After Lebanon Truce, Hamas Indicates Openness to Deal in Gaza
Biden Signals Renewed Push for Gaza Deal in Coming Days: Following Israel’s truce with Hezbollah on November 27, Hamas officials expressed willingness to revive ceasefire and...
Flash Briefs
Ceasefire Holds on Day One in Lebanon as Evacuees — and Hezbollah — Head South
Lebanese Evacuees Attempt Return: Jubilant Lebanese civilians clogged roads in a bid to reach their homes in southern Lebanon on November 27 — the first day of a U.S.- and...
Flash Briefs
Why is Iran’s FM talking about ‘advanced centrifuges’?
Iran views the nuclear program as more than the sum of its parts.
Op-eds
Israel SitRep: November 27, 2024
Today’s Issue: | IDF Detains Four Who Approached Troops in Southern Lebanon, Warns Lebanese Against Moving Southward | IAF Strikes Numerous Targets Overnight Throughout Lebanon and Between Lebanon and...
Israel at War Situation Report
If we want peace, Unrwa and Unifil must both be completely reformed
The UN needs to focus on preventing Hamas and Hezbollah rule. Only then can civilians live in peace in Israel, Gaza and Lebanon.
Op-eds
Iran hails ceasefire as an opportunity to rebuild Hezbollah
With Israel and Hamas having reached a ceasefire agreement, the rhetoric coming from Tehran is far from de-escalatory. Military and civilian officials within the Islamic Republic continue to underscore their commitment to rebuilding Hezbollah’s capabilities and have reiterated threats of launching a third phase of the “True Promise” operation against Israel.
Op-eds
Security Cooperation With Jordan: Key to Protecting Israel’s Eastern Front
Israel’s longest border, shared with Jordan, has faced persistent challenges of infiltration and smuggling led by Iran and its proxies, threats that have escalated significantly since the Hamas-led attack...
Policy Briefs
‘Designed To Be Permanent’: Israel Agrees to Ceasefire Agreement With Hezbollah
Israel to Withdraw Forces From Southern Lebanon: Israel’s cabinet accepted an American- and French-brokered ceasefire agreement on November 26 that would end fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed...
Flash Briefs
‘Direct Ties to Senior Officials’: German Police Charge Members of Suspected Hamas Cell
Four Hamas Members Charged in Germany: German prosecutors announced charges against four men on November 26 suspected of being operatives of the Iran-backed Hamas terrorist group and plotting terrorist attacks on European soil. ...
Flash Briefs
‘No Return to Oct. 6’: Israel Poised to Approve Lebanon Truce
PM to Convene Security Cabinet: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will convene his security cabinet on November 26 to discuss, and likely vote on, the U.S.-sponsored proposal for a ceasefire with...
Flash Briefs
Israel’s only option on Iran is ending Khamenei’s regime
Supreme leader has set 2040 as target for final destruction of Israel, necessitating a change in strategy that transitions from defensive to offensive action using the IDF's intelligence and operational capabilities, U.S. support and regional alliances
Op-eds
Israel SitRep: November 25, 2024
Today’s Issue: | IAF Strikes Dozens of Targets in Lebanon and Eliminates Hamas Commander and October 7 Terrorist | IAF Continues Pounding Dahieh; Over the Weekend, IAF Struck Hezbollah Weapons Smuggling...
Israel at War Situation Report
State Department Warns Turkey Against Hosting Hamas Headquarters
U.S. discomfort over Turkish support for Hamas has reached a new threshold in the wake of reports that the Iran-backed terrorist organization is moving its headquarters from Qatar to Turkey, which is a...
Policy Briefs
‘We Are United’: Former UNRWA Chief Preached Unity With Iran’s Terror Proxies
UNRWA Pledged Cooperation With Iran’s Terror Proxies: Pierre Krahenbuhl, the previous head of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNWRA), pledged to meet with Iran’s...
Flash Briefs
Israeli Military Action is Key to Stopping Iran’s Proxies in Iraq
Iranian-backed militias in Iraq continue to launch drone and missile attacks against Israel in a show of solidarity with their allies in Gaza and Lebanon. Although many claims remain unverified, some attacks...
Policy Briefs
Eyeing Turkey, Greece Seeks Deal With Israel to Develop Iron Dome-like Air Defenses
Israeli military technology has showcased its effectiveness during more than a year of conflict, and other countries have taken notice. On November 14, Greek officials revealed that Athens was seeking...
Policy Briefs
‘Expect a Strong Response’: ICC Issues Arrest Warrants Against Israel’s Prime Minister and Former Defense Minister
ICC Alleges Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes: A pre-trial chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague issued arrest warrants on November 21 for Israeli...
Flash Briefs
How to Prevent Classified U.S. Intelligence from Ending up on Social Media
Once again, highly classified U.S. intelligence reports are circulating on social media. Last month, Telegram’s pro-Iran propaganda channel Middle East Spectator published two classified...