The US–Israel strikes that killed Iran’s supreme leader have pushed the Middle East into open war. But regime change in Tehran is far from assured and the conflict could trigger prolonged regional instability with global consequences.
Amin Saikal
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The leader most capable of governing a future Palestinian state is languishing in an Israeli jail
As the future of Gaza hangs in the balance, the Palestinian Authority needs renewal if it’s to eventually govern the Strip and play a key role in making the two-state solution a reality. (more…)
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As Netanyahu moves toward full takeover of Gaza, Israel faces a crisis of international credibility
For all its claims of being a democracy that adheres to international law and the rules of war, Israel’s global reputation is in tatters. (more…)
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Donald Trump fancies himself a skilled dealmaker, but Middle East peace might be beyond him
Donald Trump’s re-election as the US president last week comes at a time of extreme volatility in the Middle East. (more…)
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Three years after the Taliban’s return, Afghanistan is a broken country swarming with terrorists again
This week marks the third year since America’s retreat from Afghanistan and the Taliban’s return to power. (more…)
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Back to the future with the Taliban?
The defeat of the United States and its allies and return to power of the Taliban in Afghanistan have changed the regional landscape.