Iran Outsources War and Rules States by Proxy
Iran’s proxies are not only active in the “Shia Crescent” stretching from Iran to the Mediterranean Sea, but they also have a presence on the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
Middle East
Sudanese People Long For a New Dawn Where Their Voices are Heard
The determination of the youth in Sudan for democracy and the military’s obstinate cling to power are swinging the country’s…
The Search for a Political Consensus in Israel: Pre-Election Scenarios
If predictions are true, Netanyahu who has now surpassed David Ben Gurion’s record, becoming Israel’s longest serving prime minister, may…
Is Trump’s Maximum Pressure Policy against Iran working?
Trump’s maximum pressure policy is working but apparently not to the advantage of regional and global peace and stability. Although…
Idlib’s Crumbling Ceasefire is a Frightening Prospect for Civilians
Idlib’s future has yet to be decided, but its current state could easily worsen. If the Assad regime attacks the…
Why the YPG Can’t Fight Against Turkey
The YPG doesn’t have the experience of the rebels in Idlib who have fought for years against an enemy with…
Turkey is Essential for the Success of Any Project in the Eastern Mediterranean
The most reliable route to transfer natural gas from Eastern Mediterranean to European markets go through Turkey. The success of…
Russia’s Escalation in Idlib: What’s the Purpose?
If Turkey and the Syrian opposition fail to stand firm, the political transition process towards peace in Syria might fail.
Operation Claw: Strategy, Scope and Goals
Operation Claw entered a new phase on July 12, 2019, by expanding its territorial scope into the east towards the…
Can Russia Install its Kadyrov in Syria?
Russia can find its Syrian Kadyrov. However, in contrast to Chechnya, Russia needs to balance and share power with another…
A Turkish-American Confrontation in Northeast Syria is Avoidable
A common understanding between Turkey and the U.S. is the establishment of a safe-zone in northeast Syria. However, both sides…
Why is there an Ever-Growing Opposition Towards the Sisi Regime in Egypt?
There are two major reasons for the increasing discontent towards the Sisi regime. First, Egyptians and the international community believe…
Three Ways to Increase Security in Afrin
There are three ways to improve security in Afrin: The cleansing of Tel Rifaat, a strong Turkish footprint model and…
Abdul Basit Saroot: The Syrian Revolution’s Voice From the Grave
Abdul Basit Saroot was the voice of a nation ripped apart by a crimson dictator hell bent on keeping power…
Peace to Prosperity or Peace for Jared Kushner?
Although the real motivation of the “Peace to Prosperity” workshop was presented to be a solution for the Palestine-Israel conflict,…
The US Needs to Re-engage with the Syrian Opposition
Daesh is now in a new era in which popular support and acceptable governance will be the main effective tools…
Can the US Confront Iran in Syria?
The current escalation in the Basra Bay may have seemingly calmed down, but will the downing of the U.S. drone…
Why Turkey Will Continue to Honor Morsi’s Legacy
Morsi’s legacy will always be remembered and kept alive in Turkey. The democratic struggle of the Egyptian people will receive…
Masquerading the YPG Will Not Improve Turkey-US Relations
If the U.S. wants to have any real change on the ground in order to step forward for the discussed…
