The IDF's dual strategy in Gaza
Military pressure on Hamas intensifies as another division enters the Khan Younis-Rafah corridor. The IDF operates on two fronts – hostage release and disabling Hamas' capabilities.
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IDF paves way for major ground operation
Israel faces incomparably better conditions for achieving its goals than at the beginning of the war.
Middle East burns but oil prices remain steady, who's benefiting?
Despite war in the Middle East, oil prices lazily hover around $65-70 per barrel. Behind this phenomenon stands a triangle of forces reshaping the energy market in a completely different way than we've known before.
Netanyahu's conduct on Qatar is a travesty
It turns out again that Netanyahu cares less about security and the Shin Bet, and more about the investigations against him.
The surprising goal Netanyahu should pursue in Hungary
The Prime Minister has a rare opportunity. If he manages to persuade Hungary to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, other countries may follow. Such a move would also send a powerful deterrent message to enemies in Syria.
Key takeaways from the 'Two Sessions', new horizons for China-Israel cooperation
The Chinese government will encourage more investment in people through funds and resources to create more opportunities, improve quality of life and foster a better environment for people’s development. Investing in people is emerging as a new trend for private capital, unlocking significant potential in such sectors as education, healthcare and elderly care services. This will undoubtedly open up broader prospects for China-Israel practical cooperation.
These elections, Canada must decide what kind of country it wants to be
Will it reclaim its former strength and global influence, or continue on a path of decline?
Trump leads the reversal of traditional military logic
Instead of viewing war as a continuation of policy, Trump is sabre-rattling, using force to forge agreements. Attacking the Houthis, pressuring Gaza and overtures to Russia are all part of a single campaign against Iran.
The Israeli government's destructive recipe
Netanyahu's government is taking more extreme positions and actions, exploiting the fighting to sow division and deepen rifts.
The sultan's strategy: Victory abroad, control at home
Turkey’s president has recently secured several unprecedented diplomatic achievements as part of a long-term, sophisticated policy of building "soft influence" alongside increasing military power. While Recep Tayyip Erdogan projects a conciliatory tone toward Europe, his stance in the Middle East remains as rigid as ever.