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Middle East Policy


Why The ‘Free, Free Palestine’ Movement Isn’t Helping
The Free Palestine movement ultimately harms Palestinians by prioritizing symbolic outrage over pragmatic solutions, alienating allies, and empowering extremists.

Uri Pilichowski
Dec 1, 20254 min read


Now Enshrined in International Law, Here’s How Trump’s Gaza Plan Is In Full Force
To bolster the agreement’s legitimacy, Trump moved to have the United Nations Security Council vote on the plan, and was backed in a historic moment.

Uri Pilichowski
Nov 30, 20253 min read


4 Ways Iran and Its Allies Spend Cryptocurrency To Fund Terror
Crypto technology is a powerful tool that intelligence agencies and shadow companies of the Islamic Republic of Iran use to fulfill these 4 goals.
Meir Javedanfar
Nov 28, 20254 min read


When Will Palestine Be Free?
Post-Gaza war, a US-led coalition is making efforts to bring about the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. But will Palestine be free of terror and corruption?

Ofek Kehila
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Poll: Israelis Favor Normalization Over Annexation, And What To Know
The poll indicates most Israelis oppose the annexation and favor normalization. Here's why.

Uri Pilichowski
Nov 7, 20253 min read


China & Iran Relations: How Much Should the US and Israel Worry?
Chinese-Iranian ties threaten Israel in two ways: from Chinese fuel material to be used for Iranian missiles, to China as Iran's biggest oil buyer. Here's what to know.
Meir Javedanfar
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Voices From Iran: Between Hope and Fear After War with Israel
During the first weekend of the US strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, locals and former residents of Iran shared their thoughts about the current situation in the country.
Damian Pachter
Jun 27, 20254 min read


Ambiguous approach defines European diplomacy amid war against Iran
While the initial reaction by European leaders following the Israeli strike on the Ayatollah's regime was one of support, a different story unfolded on the ground.
Damian Pachter
Jun 18, 20253 min read


Israel-Iran War: Latest on the Israeli Strikes and the Iranian Retaliation
Did the two countries cross the point of no return? Iran, with its enrichment capabilities weeks away from the bomb, and Israel, which decided to strike before it would become too late.
Damian Pachter
Jun 16, 20254 min read


Why Might Israel Attack Iran’s Nuclear Facilities?
Reports regarding a potential Israeli military attack against Iran are reaching fever pitch. What is fueling these reports?
Meir Javedanfar
Jun 13, 20253 min read


Why Isn’t The US And Israel On The Same Page Over How To Deal With Iran?
Israel believes that the Iranian regime is more vulnerable than ever before, due to the loss of Hezbollah and the weakening of its air defenses.
Meir Javedanfar
Jun 4, 20253 min read


Is Qatar Trying to Buy America?
Qatar has spent nearly $100 billion in the US, from business investments to colleges and universities: Is Qatar trying to buy America? Here's why it matters

Ofek Kehila
May 15, 20252 min read


Will the Abraham Accords Recharge Under a Second Term Trump Presidency?
With the success of President Trump's Abraham Accords in his first term, here's how he can expand new normalization in the Mideast.

Uri Pilichowski
May 13, 20253 min read


Why Can The Houthis Cause So Much Damage?
A major source of strength for the Yemeni terror group is Iran's continuous flow of free weapons, as well as suitable topography for missile launchers.
Meir Javedanfar
May 8, 20253 min read


Here’s An Iran Nuclear Deal That Israel Could Live With
While the Trump admin is negotiating an Iran nuclear deal, there are six ways the deal could still protect Israel's interests.
Meir Javedanfar
Apr 25, 20253 min read


Why Is Oman Mediating Negotiations for a Trump-Iran Nuclear Deal?
Oman has historic relations with Iran, an independent foreign policy, and good relations with the US.
Meir Javedanfar
Apr 16, 20253 min read


Houthis: Why Do They Stand At the Escalation of the Mideast Conflict?
Houthis maintain missile capabilities, continue attacking international shipping and now directly target Israel with increasing frequency.

Elon Gilad
Apr 14, 20252 min read


Qatar-Iran Deepening Relations Are Worrying: Here's The Latest
Qatar-Islamic Republic of Iran relations contain numerous commonalities and contentions. This worries the US and Israel.
Meir Javedanfar
Apr 10, 20253 min read


How Qatar Became the Mideast Sponsor of Hamas
Qatar has pumped an estimated $1.8 billion into Hamas-run Gaza since its takeover of the Gaza Strip.

Uri Pilichowski
Mar 30, 20253 min read


Who Are the Houthis?
The Houthis, officially known as Ansar Allah, have evolved from a marginalized religious movement in Yemen's northern highlands.

Elon Gilad
Mar 28, 20254 min read
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