Peace Council Convenes in Jerusalem; Implications

The Peace Council that the US government convened on February 19, 2026 has left major Middle East policy questions unanswered. As a journalist who has covered Middle East negotiations over the past forty years, I...

Pressure Points: School Books in Qatar Continue to Teach Hatred of Jews and Israel

Despite its efforts to present itself as a modern state that promotes stability and peace in the Middle East, Qatar continues to teach its children contempt for Jews, Judaism, and Israel. That is the conclusion...

Burn the kitchen down

Trump must strike at Iran now. If his bluster against Iran and his promises of “help on its way” to the Iranian people occasion just another Obama-style soft deal that kicks the Iranian nuclear can...

In the Saudi Arabia–UAE Rivalry, the Saudis Are Wrong

On Dec. 30, 2025, Saudi Arabian jets bombed southern Yemeni forces at the port city of Mukalla. Saudi officials said they sought to destroy arms that the United Arab Emirates sent to its allies...

Hamas’ Quest To Destroy Israel Thwarts Trump Peace Plan

TEL AVIV — Despite its evident appeal, few Israelis think near-term success is in store for the Trump administration’s “Project Sunrise.” Drafted by President Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner and White House Envoy Steve Witkoff...

Determination and Resolve Are Required in Lebanon

Introduction The War of Redemption (Swords of Iron) quickly expanded into a multi-theater conflict, challenging Israel simultaneously across several fronts. Of the seven primary arenas in which the Israel Defense Forces operated—Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq,...

Trump Rejects Iran Deal: New Military and Economic Pressure Timeline Set

US President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal put forward by United States Special Envoy Steve Witkoff to renew negotiations with Iran – mediated by Saudi Arabia and Oman – and has instead chosen...

Palestinian Authority attempting to reassert control over Gaza

Palestinian Authority (PA) cabinet leader Mohammad Mustafa is following the directives of PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas to implement reform measures required by the United States, aimed at integrating the PA into the next governing...

Hamas Has Two Godfathers-Iran and the Muslim Brotherhood: An Illustrated Analysis

Table of Contents Iran Is Hamas’s Second Godfather; How Does that Work? The Close Relations between the Heads of Iran and Hamas Conclusion Considerable attention today is concentrated on Qatar’s relationship with Hamas – how...
President Donald Trump meets with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani

Qatar accuses Israel of colonialism, apartheid, propaganda, and foreign manipulation -all of which Qatar...

For years, Qatar has positioned itself as a neutral mediator and champion of human rights in the Middle East. Its state-funded media apparatus, Al Jazeera, broadcasts a steady stream of accusations against Israel while...