Saudi Arabia’s Stance on Israel-Iran Escalation: War or Diplomacy?
Saudi Arabia, caught in uncertainty, views an Israeli Iranian war as ill-timed, neutrality as uncomfortable, and descent into the fray as inevitable.
Middle East
Turkey-Saudi Rivalry: Conflicting Visions for a Future Middle East
Anxieties regarding Turkey’s military presence in the north of Syria, its collaboration with Russia and Iran throughout the Astana process…
After Raids against Turkish Forces, a New Approach is Needed for Idlib
Assuming that no miracle will happen soon, the Turkish authorities need a new approach for Idlib. This should start with…
What Will Happen to Turkish Observation Posts in Idlib?
There seem to be four pathways for Turkey: Withdrawing, escalating, postponing or preventing. Each of which will have its own…
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…
