Hardliners in Tehran are running the show while the Iran's supreme leader watches - opinion
Many believe Iran is currently operating with four overlapping centers of authority – and that each is vying for supreme power.
'A Daring Enterprise': Pragmatism, principles, and peace through prosperity - review
This idea – that American capital, guided by American values, can create peace through prosperity – is not out of date. It is more vital than ever.
Is the Gaza peace plan dead? - opinion
In mid-2026, Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan can best be described as wilting. While still formally in play, phase two is largely stuck.
The new US-Israel-Lebanon deal reshapes the fight against Hezbollah - opinion
The latest agreement shows Israel and Lebanon increasingly aligned in efforts to weaken Hezbollah and restore state control.
Erdogan’s grip on Turkey deepens as NATO gathers in Ankara - opinion
Erdogan’s NATO spotlight comes as opposition figures face prosecution, economic turmoil grows, and democracy erodes in Turkey.
Sudan’s war poses a challenge for Abraham Accords partners - opinion
Sudan's devastating civil war tests whether the Abraham Accords can become a force for peace beyond normalization.
'Defiance': A memoir of survival in a torn-apart Syria - review
A powerful account of survival, trauma, and political awakening amid Syria’s brutal war and a deeply fractured family life.
Testing EU-Israel relations - opinion
The political mood across much of Europe is too far gone for the EU’s strong criticism of Israel.
Will a new Sunni axis reshape the Middle East? - opinion
“Sunni axis” is a term that is gaining currency. It refers to a new security alliance of Sunni states that seems to be emerging, with the SMDA at its heart. Turkey and Qatar will probably join.
The bid to recapture Lebanon’s sovereignty - opinion
The restoration of national sovereignty is Lebanese President Joseph Aoun's priority.
