Middle East

Dr. Shehab Al-Makahleh For decades, the “Jewish vote” has been a significant factor in American political strategy, particularly during presidential elections. Concentrated in key states like New York, California and Illinois, Jewish voters were considered a pivotal demographic that could influence election outcomes. Candidates often adopted pro-Israel positions …

As the conflict in Gaza rages on, the idea that the United States could serve as a neutral mediator between Israel and Hamas has become increasingly implausible. A neutral observer would find this notion not just unrealistic, but downright absurd. No significant US official today has the political …

Diana Casey The recent riots in the United Kingdom, sparked by disinformation and incendiary content on social media, underscore the destructive power that unregulated digital spaces can wield over public order and communal harmony. In an era where social media platforms offer unprecedented connectivity, they have also become …

Simona Tomas The 2024 U.S. presidential election has taken a striking turn, with the Democratic candidate adopting a central theme that leaves one wondering: where has she been these past four years? It’s almost as if she’s running against her own record, positioning herself as the candidate for …

Lisa Smith Al Makahleh As Iran’s newly elected president, Masood Pezeshkian faces the formidable challenge of reviving the nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). Pezeshkian, a reformist with a background in medicine and a history of public service, has signaled his intent …

Esma Torani If Kamala Harris secures the presidency in 2024, she will inherit a problem that has stymied every U.S. president for decades: North Korea’s unwavering commitment to its nuclear arsenal. Despite various strategies by her predecessors—ranging from diplomatic overtures to severe sanctions—North Korea remains more entrenched in …

While mutual antagonism towards the United States currently unites Russia, China, and Iran in Central Asia, their collaboration is more a strategic convenience than a deep-seated alliance. As the rise of multipolarity is testing the resilience of the liberal international order, states are rushing to decouple economically from …

Eng. Saleem Al Batayneh The faces at the funeral of former Prime Minister and Speaker of the Senate, Zaid Al-Rifai, were diverse, reflecting the many roles he played in Jordan’s political landscape. Yet, in their grief, they were united in acknowledging the loss of a unique political figure—someone …

The Founding Fathers warned that extreme partisanship risks inviting foreign machinations into the American political system. There is irony in what appears to be an Iranian hack of the electronic files of Donald Trump’s campaign. Details are unclear and unconfirmed, but a day after Microsoft issued a report …