Europe has abdicated its role as a geopolitical actor. Despite its geographical proximity and economic weight, it prefers to take refuge in the role of moralist who judges from afar. And Italy, which should have the strength to lead a more pragmatic Europe, limits itself to chasing slogans.
Iran warned on Sunday that if its enemies make mistakes, it will respond “in a deadly and instructive manner.” The threat comes two days after reports of missile tests conducted in the country.
Saudi Arabia and France will push for recognition of a Palestinian state, US President Donald Trump will make his first UN comeback since his re-election, and Syria’s new leader will seek legitimacy in his debut address. The week ahead promises fierce clashes, historic declarations and renewed efforts to revive the two-state solution.
The prime minister of Spain has shown that antisemitism knows no place or time. The spiritual heirs of Torquemada live in Spain, while the descendants of Don Isaac Abravanel, leader of the exiled Jews, live in Israel. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to the City of David was a resounding statement about the wholeness of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. And: reflections on a personal diplomatic incident at the Western Wall and on an airport exhibition that leaves out a crucial discovery.
In meetings between the Americans and the Qataris in Doha and Washington, Qatar demanded that Israel not carry out further assassination attempts in the country.
