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.
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The Killing of DAESH Leader Abu Hussein al-Qurashi by Turkey’s Intelligence Explained
The aim of the Turkish intelligence’s operation was to capture Abu Hussein Qurashi, the leader of Daesh, alive.
Will Sudan Become a “New Libya”?
Hemedti commands a robust military presence in Sudan, and tensions between Hemedti and Burhan may evolve into a larger-scale military…
Sudan’s Army Infighting: How Did It Happen?
The Sudanese Army and the Rapid Intervention Forces (RIF) have differences over how to integrate the RIF into the army,…
How Kurdish Politics Changed under the AK Party in Turkey
The people of Turkey’s Kurdish region will have to make a choice between security, peace, and prosperity, on the one…
Report: Global Zeal for Arms Increased between 2018-2022
For the first time, two Arab countries, Jordan and the UAE, have joined the list of top 25 arms exporters…
Let’s Be Clear: Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Incited Violence at Al-Aqsa Mosque
Israeli minister Ben-Gvir, who incited violence against Palestinians at al-Aqsa without a shame, should be boycotted and not welcomed anywhere…
China Boosts Naval Presence in the Middle East
Bejing’s naval power in the Middle East is becoming a topic of concern for regional powers.
When Did the Concept of Terrorism Become Exclusively Negative?
Over the span of 125 years, the concept of terrorism changed its meaning from “almost acceptable” to “unacceptable” and “purely…
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.
Saudi-Iranian Normalization: What’s behind the Surprising Deal?
Through the Saudi-Iran deal, China declared its aspiration to become the hegemon in the Middle East, a title the U.S.…
Terror in Huwara: Israeli Settler Violence Has No Limit
Israeli settlers enjoy impunity when they commit crimes against the Palestinian people.
Could Earthquakes in Turkey Lead to Revivification and Revitalization?
We predict a negative effect on Turkey due to the recent disaster along its southern borders, but this will be…
Diplomacy in Times of Disaster and the Future of Turkish-Egyptian Normalization
Perhaps it is only a matter of time that the leaders of Turkey and Egypt meet in one of the…
The Middle East: A Multipolar Order Is in the Making
A multipolar order in the Middle East is definitely not guaranteed, but it appears to be the most likely option.
A Secret Intelligence War between Morocco and France?
Although France recently showed readiness to enhance ties with Morocco, a spy war between the countries continues unbated.
Funding Violence with Drugs: The Cases of Hezbollah and the PKK
Hezbollah and the PKK use black market relations and criminal networks to receive huge amounts of easy money.
Why Iran Is Becoming More Vulnerable to Foreign and Domestic Attacks
The message that the Iranian soil is not safe for diplomats undermines Iran’s integration into the international system.
Israeli Forces Kill Nine Palestinians and Injure 20 in Jenin
The Israeli invasion into Jenin refugee camp on January 26, 2023 was the most serious since Israel’s invasion and destruction…
