Middle East
With Trump distracted by Iran, Netanyahu is squeezing Gaza
The U.S. administration needs to use its leverage to get Israel to follow through on the ceasefire agreement
July 21, 2026
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Half of House Dems vote to end US aid to Israel
A slim majority of voting Democrats defied leader Jeffries, backing failed Massie amendment to cut $3.3 billion
July 15, 2026
Washington Politics
Lindsey Graham, last great Cold War warrior, dead at 71
The senator was an inspiration to those who believed military power was essential to making the world 'right.' Others thought he lost his 'America First' perspective in Ukraine and Israel.
July 12, 2026
Middle East
Is Lebanon hurtling towards a Libya-style civil war?
Forcing a hard wedge against the country's Shia is exactly what Israel wants, but it could imperil a wide range of US interests in the Middle East
July 10, 2026
Washington Politics
Eying 2028, Rahm Emanuel test drives tough love message in Israel
Critics say the Tel Aviv speech was more about managing a Democratic base that is quite all done with the 'special relationship'
July 09, 2026
Middle East
US-Iran on dangerous path to blowing up MOU over Hormuz
Resumed airstrikes on both sides underscore both the fragility and the mixed interpretations of the 14-point document
July 08, 2026
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