Second Generation Israeli Politicians Gamble with the Future of the Middle East
Israel’s growing turn towards the right disturbs some of its allies and poses a threat to regional stability.
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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…
Past and Present of the Saudi Arabia-Israel Alliance
Saudi Arabia and Israel are following common policies especially on issues related to Iran and the Muslim Brotherhood. Although the…
A Deal to End All Deals? Trump’s Deal of the Century May Annihilate Palestine
The Deal of the Century, which does not offer any noteworthy gain to Palestine despite all concessions, is likely to…
Why Turkey is Complying with the Iran Sanctions
Whether the Trump administration continues its policies of dragging Iran into economic bankruptcy or whether the tension between the two…
How Israel Dominates the Political Landscape in the Middle East
Israel has a more advantageous position than ever regarding issues such as Palestine, the Eastern Mediterranean, confronting the Iranian threat…
Iran Sanctions: A Year On
The Trump administration’s aim is to isolate Iran from the international market, and it is just around the corner from…
Moroccan Foreign Policy at the Crossroads
The Arab World is now split in two camps: those who support constitutional political processes, pluralism and inclusive politics, and…
The Nightmare in Idlib is Real: A Firsthand Account of the Horrors Being Perpetrated Today
Eight months later, the Assad regime, backed by Russian air power, has conducted a ruthless aerial campaign which has forced…
Middle East Politics on the Brink of Collapse
The Middle East has come to a point where the possibility of a violent conflict between powerful forces in the…