The likelihood of an expanding regional war is now exponentially higher—with the danger of a much more direct conflict between Israel and Iran, and the possibility of even greater direct U.S. involvement.
The settler movement in the West Bank has been key to the rise of Israel’s far right.
In this age of constant flux—when history turns on a tweet—voters have become increasingly inconstant.
Ebrahim Raisi struggled to address his country’s punishing water shortage.
Despite the efforts of the Council of Guardians, the race to replace Raisi will still be competitive.
Israel’s collective punishment is now simply a fact of life (and death).
The Biden administration’s efforts to normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia may make it impossible for Palestinians to achieve a viable state.
From Gaza to Ukraine to Afghanistan, militaries need to leave schools alone. A global agreement could make that a reality.
National impunity is not inevitable, at least if people and governments of the world are willing to take the necessary actions.
Israel’s horrific attack on displaced Palestinians in Rafah comes as the Biden administration is facing increasing global isolation over its support for the assault on Gaza.