Middle East
Israel's 'permanent security' quest is a policy with sinister implications
The goal of eliminating any potential or future threats, real or imaginary, will all but inevitably dehumanize and create new enemies
May 07, 2026
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Europe
The EU still has no guts when it comes to Israel
Despite rampant human rights violations, European elites refuse to break pact giving Israelis access to business and over a billion euros through 2027
April 23, 2026
Middle East
The destruction of Gaza has not ended
In "A Historian in Gaza," Jean-Pierre Filiu bears witness to devastation the world has started to overlook
March 23, 2026
QiOSK
Board of Peace will be a bonanza for wealthy board members
Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner downplayed the potential for profiteering but that's not exactly the case
February 20, 2026
Global Crises
How Trump's Board of Peace is set up for a multibillion dollar fail
A vague mandate and pay-to-play model suggest it'll become a bloated boondoggle in search of an expanded mission lacking full international legitimacy
February 19, 2026
Middle East
New US ambassador's charm offensive is backfiring in Jordan
Against a backdrop of unpopular support for Israel, locals don't like James Holtsnider's meddling in tribal affairs
February 03, 2026
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