Cautiously optimistic, meet hesitantly hopeful. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has long been concerned about Iran’s nuclear program, but on Wednesday he said he thinks the world powers are “very close” to a good deal on Iran’s nuclear program. But…
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Analysis – Israel-Palestinian Deal Could Happen Next Year
It’s easy to expect that the current negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians will stall. The previous two decades have seen round after round lead nowhere and Palestinian violence against Israel has continued – at times even increased. And even…
Opinion—For Fanatics, You Should Test, Don’t Trust
Lots of smiles. Special phone calls. Even handshakes could be on the horizon. But for all the happy, peaceful facades of Iran, one shouldn’t forget why we’re dealing with them in the first place. Because they’re a bloody, terrorist-sponsoring dictatorship…
Around the Middle East, A Reader’s Guide – 10th Edition
Intrigue and behind-the-scenes diplomacy are at work these days. Here’s a look: • This analyst found a sign that something positive may be happening in Iran vis-a-vis Israel. I think it’s all a ruse to earn the trust of the…
Syria Fighting Injures Israeli Soldiers
Stray mortar fire isn’t something most if us deal with, but Israel certainly is. On Wednesday, two Israeli soldiers were lightly injured by mortar fire from Syria, according to the IDF Blog. The IDF believes at this point the mortar…
Egypt May Strike at Palestinians for Terror Attacks
There may be a new conflict brewing in the Middle East involving Palestinian terrorists in the Gaza Strip. But it’s not Israel they’re fighting—it’s Egypt. The Palestinian Ma’an News Agency reported that Egypt has made ominous plans for targets to…