JD Vance's claim that Israel has no friends in the world misses the depth of its ties with countries such as India. Even more troubling is the assertion that Israel is trying to "kill its way" out of its security crises. In the face of stereotypes that have seeped into the American mainstream, Israel must make clear: It makes peace when possible and fights when it has no choice.
Netanyahu, Katz and senior security officials will discuss tonight the possibility of relocating American bases from countries in the Middle East to the Negev, in southern Israel. Israeli political officials have expressed support for the idea and have raised the proposal with senior American officials. At the same time, Israel is aware of concerns that such a move could make the country a more significant target for Iran.
The NATO leaders' summit in Ankara will give Recep Tayyip Erdogan a platform to showcase his security and diplomatic achievements, as well as his ambition to position Turkey as a regional and international power. From the defense industry to influence from Africa to the Caucasus: These are the Turkish president's goals.
Trump staged the spectacle, Erdogan claimed the stage, but Europe’s real move was building a security order Turkey cannot veto and America cannot monopolize.
The US president launches extraordinary attack on Tehran, saying "We hit them tonight 20 times harder than ever before. They’re sick people."
