Joe Biden Discovers the Realist Case for the U.S.-Saudi Alliance
The reformed, MBS-era kingdom of Saudi Arabia shares core regional enemies with the United States.
President Biden, Please Promote Peace, Not Discord
President Biden should respect Israel's sovereignty in Jerusalem.
What Were the Abraham Accords Keys to Success?
The Abraham Accords came about because the United States under President Trump had a clear Middle East policy.
The Other Risk of U.S. War With Russia
There is no vital U.S. interest at stake in Syria, certainly nothing which justifies the risk ongoing military intervention incurs.
Saudi Arabia, Lift Raif Badawi's Travel Ban
The continued restrictions on Raif Badawi and Waleed abu al-Khair seriously undercut the Saudi government's narrative of transformative change under the auspices of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030.
How Desperate Are You to Cut a Deal With Iran, Mr. Biden?
Here is what happens when a country cedes control of its foreign policy.
Charles 'Stupid' to Accept €3m in Cash as Calls Grow for New Investigation
Prince Charles was reportedly handed €3 million in cash—including €1 million stuffed inside a suitcase—from a former Qatari Prime Minister.
Biden's Anti-Israel Gambit in Jerusalem Undermines American Sovereignty
Israel also vigorously opposes Biden's position, which it views as hostile to Israeli sovereignty in Jerusalem.
Joe Biden Won't Abandon Fossil Fuel Plans Because of Gas Prices
Biden is looking for other paths to lower rising gas prices without sacrificing his promise to combat climate change.
Biden Shouldn't Rely on Saudi Arabia to Fix Gas Prices: Energy Executive
The American Petroleum Institute's CEO called Biden's energy agenda "misguided," saying, "The American people need a different direction to solve this crisis."
Joe Biden Fixing Gas Prices Could Cost Him Families of 9/11 Victims
The families have called on Biden to "demand transparency" from Saudi officials ahead of his trip, where he is expected to push for increased oil production.
What Joe Biden Has Previously Said About Saudi Arabia as Visit Confirmed
Biden previously called Saudi Arabia a "pariah" for its human rights abuses when he entered office.
Joe Biden's Middle East Trip Postponed as Iran Leader Stokes Tensions
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said Iran's enemies are waging a "psychological war" against the country.
The U.S. Problem on the Arabian Peninsula
The only way forward for the Emiratis and the Americans is to return to their strong bilateral cooperation in order to resolve real and painful differences.
Unpack Your Bags, Mr. President
The Palestinians—both Hamas and the PA—have no fear that the U.S. will revoke their money or political support.
Will Biden and MBS Bury the Hatchet?
The main problem with Washington's relations with Riyadh isn't the fact that the U.S. is engaging with the kingdom—it's that Washington too often makes the mistake of equating U.S. interests with Saudi interests.
Lebanon's Parliamentary Elections Offer No Hope for a Benighted Country
Lebanese Twitter lit up on May 15, when the country held parliamentary elections.
A Tragic Death Has Brought Out All the Usual Jew-Haters and Israel-Haters
We still do not know how exactly Abu Akleh died.
From Congress to Instagram, We Must Always Call Out Jew-Hatred
How much antisemitism are we willing to tolerate, and how much further will this hatred go?
Jared Kushner's Investment Firm Scores Huge Diplomatic Win and Blow to BDS
No longer is Saudi Arabia, a key leader of the Arab world, set on fully boycotting the Jewish state.
A Hiking Wheelchair Is Changing People's Lives
A new company is trying to merge those with and without disabilities in different hiking adventures.
3D-Printed Reefs Can Help Fight Coral Reef Devastation
Scientists are fighting for ways to reverse the reduction of coral reefs across the globe and think 3D printing could help bring them back.
Swedish Telecom Giant Ericsson Should Compensate ISIS Victims
The multinational company should fund nonprofit organizations helping victims of ISIS brutality.
We Must Put an End To Palestinian Apartheid
In Israel, the world's only Jewish state, the rule of law treats all as equals.
Rescuing the Missing in Syria
Without a targeted effort to find the missing, these lost souls will continue to be tortured.
Ukraine War: Arab Social Media Unsympathetic, Sees Western Hypocrisy
Arabic-speaking social media users appear less inclined to stand with Ukraine, seeing a lack of international support for Arab populations in times of upheaval.
The Nature of Dictators in Bahrain
Democracy and human rights are poison to a dictator's power.
The Middle East and North Africa: Dimensions and Challenges
We must embrace Israel as the linchpin of peace in the Middle East.
Wealthy Russians Taking Their Money to Middle East to Avoid Sanctions
Wealthy Russians are buying real estate in Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.