In an era where everyone with a smartphone can be a witness to history, the Israel-Palestine conflict has entered a new realm of visibility. This conflict plays out on social media in ways that reshape the conversation around warfare, politics, and global solidarity. While news outlets often focus …
Read More »Israel-Iran Tensions: Escalation or Lasting Deterrence?
The recent Israeli airstrikes against Iranian military installations mark another peak in the prolonged and complex hostilities between Israel and Iran. These actions reflect not only Israel’s readiness to challenge Iran’s growing regional influence but also a careful, strategic response meant to deter, rather than incite an all-out …
Read More »What’s Next for Putin’s Russia and NATO After the Ukraine War?
As the war in Ukraine nears an uncertain end, a looming question remains: how will Russia, under Vladimir Putin, approach its future with NATO? The conflict has underscored not only the sharp hostility between Russia and NATO but also Russia’s unwavering ambition to weaken the alliance. But with …
Read More »Strategic and Fragile: 30 Years of Israel-Jordan Relations in a Shifting Middle East
By Dr. Shehab Al Makahleh As the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Wadi Araba Treaty between Jordan and Israel approaches, the significance of this enduring peace agreement remains as complex as it is vital for regional stability. Over three decades, the treaty has fostered essential security, economic, and …
Read More »The Dark Side of Sovereign Wealth Funds
A U.S. sovereign wealth fund would put large chunks of the economy under effective government control and diminish Congress’ power over the executive. Proposals for a federally based sovereign wealth fund (SWF) have emerged almost simultaneously, though separately from the Biden White House and the Trump campaign. Such …
Read More »Iran is Gaining Ground in Jordan
A Jordanian population sympathetic to Iran’s ambitions, coupled with the country’s long border with Israel, could turn Jordan into a potential launching pad for attacks against Israel. Jordanians marched in the capital of Amman last week, holding aloft portraits of the late secretary general of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah. …
Read More »Africa’s Development Uncertainty
In this insightful interview, Architect Eric Eyutchae, National Vice President of Alaigbo Development Foundation (ADF), an Enugu-based socio-political organization which focuses on the development of South East Nigeria, on the eve of XVI BRICS summit in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, discusses Africa’s political and development pitfalls, evolutionary features …
Read More »U.S. Presidential Election 2024: A Defining Moment for International Diplomacy and Global Stability
The upcoming U.S. presidential election presents a pivotal moment for international diplomacy and global stability. As the world grapples with multifaceted challenges—ranging from geopolitical tensions to climate change—the implications of this election extend far beyond American borders. The choices made by American voters will resonate globally, influencing diplomatic …
Read More »Europe, brace for a potential Trump return to the White House
There was once a day when the U.S.’s close alliance with Europe, enshrined in NATO, rested on the importance of a collective commitment to democratic values. This shared ideological belief began the alliance and underpinned its survival throughout decades. Today, the potency of this shared ideology has seemingly …
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