Arab-Israeli Conflict
For the First Time, the Middle East Speaks as One. Let's Listen
We must use the recent successes of the Abraham Accord to move forward and further strengthen regional peace, stability and security.
Arab Gulf Initiative to Promote Holocaust Awareness, Combat Anti-Semitism
The interfaith initiative aims to strengthen the bonds between young people in the region, build greater trust and promote a real, warm and enduring peace.
After Trump, Israel's Claim To Truth Is Stronger
Israel now faces the Biden era from a much stronger position.
Israel and the U.S.: Maintaining the Alliance Against Iran
Biden should maintain and strengthen the broad U.S.-Israel diplomatic, military and intelligence relationship.
Biden Should Build on the Abraham Accords, Not Roll Them Back
The next U.S. administration should use the historic convergence of interests between Israel and the Arab-majority states to help place the region on a much stronger footing and greatly enhance the U.S.' economic and security interests for the long term.
Israel Should Vaccinate Palestinians
By extending humanitarian aid in the form of vaccine access, the Israeli government has a unique opportunity to reverse decades of exclusion and marginalization to show the world that it is serious about peace.
It Can't Get Any Worse Than 2020. Here's a 2021 Political Wish List
End COVID-19 totalitarianism, confront the rise of Communist China, continue President Trump's Middle East breakthroughs and push for creative solutions that defy stale neoliberalism.
Trump Was Right To Recognize Moroccan Sovereignty Over Western Sahara
The recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara is not a radical departure from prior U.S. policy; rather, it is a prudent development of it.
Israel's Peace Deals Show How Abnormal Israel's Treatment Has Been
It feels like a revolution is happening in the Middle East.
Understanding Israel's War in the 'Grey Zone'
Israel's defense strategy is intended to keep professed enemies at bay with the minimum of visibility.
The Israel-Morocco Deal Is a Triumph for Trump—and Biden, Too
Morocco's tolerant, inclusive interpretation of Islam has long stood in contrast to more extreme strains of the religion found elsewhere in the region.
Morocco and Israel: Why Now?
It's better to band together for mutual economic, political and security interests.
Trump's Legacy of Peace
By supporting U.S. allies and opposing U.S. foes, Trump empowered the forces of peace and moderation in the Middle East to stop waiting for America, and to defend themselves and build peace together for their peoples.
The Breathtaking Nature of the Abraham Accords
This holiday season, let's remind ourselves how we can be partners together, striving for prosperity, peace, safety and security.
Combating Double Standards Is the Key To Human Rights for All
The case of double standards against the Jews and the Jewish state is but one example of the failure of the international community to ensure consistent application of equal rights and laws for all.
The Time Is Now for Saudi Arabia To Normalize Relations With Israel
It's time for Saudi Arabia to take control of its future. That starts by normalizing relations with Israel.
U.N. 'Palestinian Package' of Resolutions Only Fans the Flames of Conflict
By ignoring our three thousand-year link to the Temple Mount, the U.N. validates the Palestinian refusal to recognize our right to exist as the world's only Jewish state.
From Greece To India, via Israel: A New Middle East Alliance Is Expanding
This arc of transnational partnerships from Greece to India is part of an alliance that includes economic ties and geostrategic discussions about common interests and security, as well as the need for stabilization in the face of terror and extremist threats.
How To Build Upon Recent Progress in the Middle East
The coalition between the pragmatic Arab states and Israel is off to a running start. It has the potential to expand—in terms of both numbers and influence.
The 2020 Election Has Been Terrible for the Jews
American society is moving into a post-democratic reality.
How To Maintain Israel's Qualitative Military Edge
Friendly governments today can become enemies or adversaries tomorrow.
Collapse of the Kerry Doctrine and End of the Arab-Israeli Conflict
The signing of the Abraham Accords and the reframing of the Arab-Israeli conflict as a localized dispute between Israelis and Palestinians has shattered a policy paralysis and a cycle of failed mediation and negotiations that has lasted for a century.
Cementing Israel's New Ties in Arab World Is Essential for Future
The foundation for Israel's new friendships are being built.
Are Jews Indigenous People? Here's What a Native American Jew Thinks
As indigenous people who reclaimed our ancestral homeland, we must be sensitive to others undergoing that same process.
Vibes in the Middle East
The Iranian people should be encouraged, and the Iranian government discouraged by the West, as strongly as possible.
When Peace Threatens the Peace NGO Industry
For many NGOs, the new Abraham Accords are not an opportunity to celebrate peace, mutual recognition and dialogue, but a catastrophe threatening their core business.
Peace Matters and So Does the United States
The Abraham Accords are a great geopolitical achievement for the United States.
Trump's Mideast Peace Deals Present Nobel Committee with Netanyahu Dilemma
"The Peace Prize is for peace, not for being a nice guy. Netanyahu brought peace," says one of the Israeli prime minister's supporters. Others—including the Palestinians—don't see it that way.
The Abraham Accords Are a Sanctification of God's Name
The Israel-UAE and Israel-Bahrain peace deals represent much more than mere geopolitical developments. There is a deeper and higher resonance.
I Was Radicalized. Now, I've Dedicated My Career to Combating Anti-Semitism
Seeing Israel firsthand can make a huge difference in helping some de-radicalize.