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Daniel Brumberg

Iran's risky bid to redefine deterrence with Israel
Middle East

Iran's risky bid to redefine deterrence with Israel

The new reality created by Tehran's response to the attack on its consulate in Syria poses hard choices for Israel

Are Israel and the United States on a collision course?
Middle East

Are Israel and the United States on a collision course?

For Washington, Netanyahu’s singular and relentless focus on military tactics represents a strategic nightmare.

How Hamas has made life harder for Iran and its allies
Middle East

How Hamas has made life harder for Iran and its allies

The October 7 assault has shaken the assumptions of every player in the Middle East, including Tehran

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Asia-Pacific

The Russia-Ukraine Jeddah meeting reflects a changing global order

Conference underscores Saudi Arabia's growing role as mediator on world stage.

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Middle East

Iran's hardliners crack down at home, seek détente abroad

It's to buy time to anchor the legacy of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. But tensions between the US and Israel won't be avoided so easily.