Dr. Dan Steinbock In contrast to the standard narrative, the Hamas war is manna from heaven to Benyamin Netanyahu’s far-right government, which has escalated the suppression of Palestinians ever since international attention has focused on the proxy war in Ukraine. In July, the ex-chief of Mossad Tamir Pardo …
Read More »Jordan: Uniting Against Adversity for Stability and Security
Eng. Saleem Al-Batayneh In times of crisis and hostility, unity within the nation becomes paramount. Jordan, situated in a volatile region, is facing rapid and profound transformations that have repercussions on its geopolitical landscape. Amidst the tumultuous international and regional climate, maintaining a cohesive internal front is pivotal …
Read More »The world is rapidly entering an era of “revenge”
The world is rapidly entering an era of “revenge”. Two main vectors converge: from the East and South. On the one hand, Asian powers – China, India, Russia – are striving to take a strong position in the World Order. On the other hand, a diverse group of …
Read More »Human Security Perspectives on Hate Speech
As readers of this article, including myself as the writer, we have all likely encountered hate speech, sometimes without even realizing it. The way each of us perceives hate speech can vary, and its impact on individuals may also differ. This recognition leads us to acknowledge that both …
Read More »Jordan’s Concerns Amidst Growing Arab-Israeli Unprecedented Normalization
Eng. Saleem Al-Batayneh In an era where the Arab region is experiencing an unprecedented and highly publicized wave of normalization with Israel, it begs the question: What is transpiring in our immediate neighbourhood? We find ourselves in a situation where the cards are being shuffled and dealt with …
Read More »Diplomatic Maps and Geopolitics: Jordan at a Crossroads
Eng. Saleem Al-Batayneh In the complex realm of political geography, a mere glance at the map of our region tells an intricate story. Jordan, a nation with a history that resonates through millennia, stands today at a pivotal juncture. The profound transformation unfolding in the Middle East is …
Read More »For Thee, Hiba, you may flee as the calves lost, and the land no longer fit for cultivation
Eng. Saleem Al Batayneh The Polish poet of contradictions, Nobel Prize winner in literature in 1996, Wisława Szymborska, says (I apologize for big questions with small answers!). Today we have a new story and a message of frustration for an issue that stirred controversy and interaction on social …
Read More »Why America Is Losing the Tech War with China
David Goldman It is simply too late to try to suppress China. The United States must either spend seriously on research and development, along with industrial policy, or it will lose the race for twenty-first-century technological supremacy. Western media, for the most part, has ignored a remarkable array …
Read More »Is It Time for the Big Six to Start Paying for Europe’s New Network Infrastructure?
Renata Thiebaut The European Commission recently released Gigabit Infrastructure Act Proposal (GIA) draft has stirred up controversy regarding the involvement of the Big Six technology companies in co-funding Europe’s advanced network expansions. The draft, should it be approved by the European Parliament and Council, will replace the 2014 …
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