Beijing Agreement Complicates “Day After” Planning in Gaza War
The Beijing Agreement represents a credible competing vision for what post-war Gaza will look like, backed by the diplomatic weight of China and Russia. But all best-laid plans are moot in the face of a new escalation in Lebanon.
Biden Ambiguous as Israel and Hezbollah Hurtle toward Escalation
Escalating turmoil on Israel’s northern border underscores an urgent need for leaders who can transcend entrenched positions and envision a future free from perpetual conflict.
Israel’s Escalation with Hezbollah: Possible Scenarios
Exploring the destructive regional potential of a Hezbollah-Israel conflict, and what has kept such a conflict from breaking out so far.
Rafah Offensive Dims Short-term Peace Prospects in Middle East
An impending Israeli offensive in Rafah is creating new frictions with Israel’s long-term allies, notably Egypt, and imperiling any possibility of normalization with the Arab world.
Red Sea Shipping Crisis: What’s at Stake?
Examining the economic costs and geopolitical stakes surrounding Houthi attacks against global shipping in the Red Sea.
Iran: The Real Beneficiary of The Gaza Conflict
The Gaza conflict has advanced several of Iran’s regional goals. Reversing the trend will require coordination from Washington and its Arab allies.
Gaza Conflict: Future Prospects for a Fragile Ceasefire
A four-day humanitarian pause has brought about a much-needed humanitarian reprieve and release of hostages, but don’t expect it to last beyond Monday.
The Islamic World’s Dilemma on Palestine
The Islamic world’s dilemma over Palestine sheds light on the nuanced nature of international relations and the diverse forces shaping geopolitical realities.
Gaza First: How a Palestinian State Could Emerge from the Rubble
Quixotic though it may seem at the moment, a Palestinian state remains a distinct possibility once Hamas is removed from the political equation.
The Islamic World Remains a House Divided on Palestine
Try as they might to present a united front on the vital issue of Palestine, Islamic and Arab governments are still fundamentally divided on the matter of their core interests.