Military & Security

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

Robert Taylor  As tensions flare across the Middle East, the United States finds itself at a crossroads regarding its influence in the region. The Israeli response to attacks from Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran’s increasingly aggressive stance highlights the diminishing sway Washington holds in shaping regional outcomes. The …

Ursula Vonk As Israel and Iran inch closer to war, the specter of nuclear conflict looms ever larger. Even if Iran remains non-nuclear, a conventional war could still escalate to a point where Israel considers deploying its nuclear arsenal. This is a sobering reality often overlooked in discussions …

Buthaina Shaaban As the 2024 U.S. presidential election looms, global tensions are reaching a boiling point, particularly in the Middle East. The region has been thrown into turmoil, with Israel’s relentless military operations causing widespread destruction in Gaza and Lebanon. Meanwhile, the American political landscape is on the …

Ameera Sami Economic sanctions have long been touted as a peaceful alternative to military intervention, a tool that allows nations to apply pressure on rogue states without firing a single shot. From curbing Iran’s nuclear ambitions to addressing human rights violations in Myanmar, sanctions are often viewed as …