Israel

The Real Test of the Abraham Accords: Ceremony vs. Reality

As Washington celebrates a diplomatic photo-op, with the Abraham Accords, middle powers are redefining the Middle East map on their own terms.

From Stalemate to Hope: Erhurman’s Win Rekindles UN-Led Cyprus Talks

A landslide election in Turkish Cyprus, fueled by economic crisis, decisively breaks the political stalemate, renewing the push for a federal solution.

Syria: Latest Visit Hints at Russia’s Return to Syria

Syria’s new president Ahmed al-Sharaa meets Putin in Moscow, signalling a pragmatic reset as Russia seeks to rebuild influence in the Middle East.

Europe Boards Russia’s Ships: New Rules for Sea Conflict

French commandos rappelled onto the ships of the Boracay near Saint-Nazaire, handcuffing the captain and first officer.

Cyprus: Israel’s Twin Approach on Türkiye

The Israeli air defence systems deployed to Cyprus last month offer more than just protection for the island.

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Playing Both Sides: Russia and the Strategic Windfall

As Washington and Tehran engage in a brutal zugzwang, Moscow is enjoying a massive windfall by selling energy to a panicked global market.

A School Bombing Tests AI’s Liability Limits

A US strike killed up to 168 people at a girls' school in Iran last week. Investigators now believe an AI system using outdated targeting data identified it as a military site.

Mojtaba: Who is Iran’s New Strongman?

The Islamic Republic named a new Supreme Leader this week: the son of the man killed less than ten days ago.

Iran Comes to Cyprus: Fog of War Haunts Europe

The drone strike on a British base in Cyprus has ended Europe’s hope of staying neutral and forced a divided continent to acknowledge a war that is now at home.

Caught in the Crosshairs: Gulf Countries Court a Multipolar Order

As American strikes set the region on fire, the Gulf found that massive wealth bought no seat at the table and its survival called for a whole new orbit.