In the end, it's a battle for control of the region
Radical Islam is not the reason for the shifting alliances in the Middle East.
Analysis
Assad's Iranian allies have overstayed their welcome
Although Tehran and its proxy Hezbollah helped Assad regain control over Syria, he is far from thrilled about the Iranian presence in the country.
'Iran must be made to understand military option is on the table'
As Iran speeds up progress on uranium enrichment, Israel bolsters its own military strike contingencies. But experts warn that nuclear weapons would make Iran feel immune enough to destabilize the Middle East with even greater intensity, as it would free it from having to worry about US retaliation or the threat of a Libya-style war for regime change.
With Lebanon in turmoil, threat to Israel as high as ever
The Lebanese chaos can keep Hezbollah from taking violent action against Israel, but history has shown that such a crisis that can bring rivals together in order to confront a common external enemy.
3 plans to stop Iran's nuclear program: Which will be chosen?
Iran’s uranium enrichment activities are at their most advanced stage to date, as Tehran benefits from a current status quo that lacks maximum pressure or terms associated with a new deal.
Fear and loathing in Sinai: Is Egypt a threat to Israel?
It's true that in any future conflict with Egypt, if one were ever to erupt, the IDF will have to contend with a massive army equipped with modern, sophisticated weapons. At this current juncture, however, the clear and present dangers to Israel are from the north, not the south.
Palestinian consulate placing Israel, US on collision course
The Biden administration’s plan would divide the united capital of Jerusalem and push any chance for peace with the Palestinians farther away, as well as break diplomatic norms, violate US law and damage America’s special relationship with Israel.
With Putin, Bennett should keep in mind realpolitik is key
Moscow sees a strong Iran as a useful factor that serves to weakens the regional status of the US, Russia’s main rival in the international arena.
Damascus bus bombing doesn't feel like the work of terrorists
Some of the characteristics of Wednesday's attack, which left 14 passengers reported to be Iranian officers dead, make it appear more like a targeted killing of specific individuals.
Israel wary as Iran cozies up to moderate states
Recent developments signify not only growing Iranian confidence, but also the Iranians' realization that the US abandoning the Middle East has left them a major space in which to exert their influence.