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Thursday, April 16, 2026

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‘Entrapment Strategy’: How Trump Sought to Pull Gulf States into the Heart of His War on Iran

‘Entrapment Strategy’: How Trump Sought to Pull Gulf States into the Heart of His War on Iran

7 hours ago

Throughout his war on Iran, Trump repeatedly stressed the need for Washington’s Gulf allies to become more deeply involved in a regional strategy to counter what he described as "the Iranian threat."

Saudi, Emirati and Kuwaiti Media on the Iran War: A One-Sided Narrative to Mislead the Public

Saudi, Emirati and Kuwaiti Media on the Iran War: A One-Sided Narrative to Mislead the Public

10 hours ago

Gulf media coverage of the U.S.-Israeli War on Iran has revealed a distinctly one-sided approach, with reporting across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait, closely mirroring official narratives and government positions.

U.S., Chinese, and Russian Maneuvers: Competition Over Libya or Pursuit of Self-Interest?

U.S., Chinese, and Russian Maneuvers: Competition Over Libya or Pursuit of Self-Interest?

2 days ago

Libya remains divided, with outcomes ranging from continued stagnation to partial deals, elections, or renewed conflict, driven mainly by internal dynamics.

Homegrown Alternatives: How Europe Is Moving Towards Strengthening Its Digital Sovereignty

Homegrown Alternatives: How Europe Is Moving Towards Strengthening Its Digital Sovereignty

Murad Jandali

3 days ago

Over the past several years, the concept of digital sovereignty has become ever more central to European notions of competitiveness.

U.S.-Israeli War on Iran: How Has It Deepened Divisions Within the Western Alliance?

U.S.-Israeli War on Iran: How Has It Deepened Divisions Within the Western Alliance?

3 days ago

The U.S.-led war on Iran has deepened divisions within NATO and raised doubts about the alliance’s cohesion and future.

From 'a Lion’s Roar' to Silence: How Israeli Occupation Dodged the Question of Victory

From 'a Lion’s Roar' to Silence: How Israeli Occupation Dodged the Question of Victory

5 days ago

“Israel’s” stance on the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States has raised many questions, not only because of the terms of the deal itself, but also because of the contradictions it revealed in Tel Aviv’s calculations.

Hormuz Closure: Impact on Food, Medicine and Phones | Infographic

Hormuz Closure: Impact on Food, Medicine and Phones | Infographic

5 days ago

Beyond oil and fuel, the impact of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran extends beyond energy to food, medicine, and smartphones.

Closing Camps and Rebuilding Syria: A Realistic Goal or an Impossible Challenge?

Closing Camps and Rebuilding Syria: A Realistic Goal or an Impossible Challenge?

6 days ago

The reintegration of displaced Syrians into their original communities after years of forced displacement poses a strategic challenge for the Syrian government, as it seeks to demonstrate its ability to address the lasting damage of prolonged suffering and forced exile.

Washington Embarrassed in Dehdasht: Was It a Botched Dry Run for an Airborne Operation?

Washington Embarrassed in Dehdasht: Was It a Botched Dry Run for an Airborne Operation?

6 days ago

Although the U.S. military has declared success in rescuing the F-15 crew downed by Iran, the operation came at a heavy cost, including lost aircraft, wounded troops, and a symbolic and political setback that could haunt Trump, recalling the political fallout faced by Jimmy Carter.

Trump’s Deranged Behavior: How the War on Iran Sparked Internal American Divisions

Trump’s Deranged Behavior: How the War on Iran Sparked Internal American Divisions

Murad Jandali

7 days ago

Republican leaders largely rallied behind Trump's decision to go to war against Iran, while many Democrats explicitly opposed the war, viewing it as an unnecessary escalation.

Local Elections Under the Rubble: Do the April 25 Ballots in Palestine Matter?

Local Elections Under the Rubble: Do the April 25 Ballots in Palestine Matter?

7 days ago

With Gaza still lying in the ruins of a devastating war and Israeli Occupation raids and settlement attacks intensifying across the West Bank, Palestinian municipal ballot boxes are set to open on April 25, 2026.

Iran’s Elite Forces | Infographic

Iran’s Elite Forces | Infographic

8 days ago

Satellites in War: From Surveillance Tool To Narrative and Strike Weapon

Satellites in War: From Surveillance Tool To Narrative and Strike Weapon

9 days ago

Planet Labs’ commercial satellites have become a strategic tool in wartime, with restricted access to Middle East imagery exposing U.S. limits and creating opportunities for Chinese competitors.

Ahmed Alwani Leads Arab–Israeli Research Network | Infographic

Ahmed Alwani Leads Arab–Israeli Research Network | Infographic

9 days ago

The story of a Washington-based institute bringing together Arab and Israeli researchers in the same research space. What is the story of the New Lines Institute and Ahmed Alwani?

Former British Intelligence Chief: ‘Iran Holds the Upper Hand’ in the Current War (Interview)

Former British Intelligence Chief: ‘Iran Holds the Upper Hand’ in the Current War (Interview)

10 days ago

Former MI6 Chief Alex Younger offers a striking assessment, arguing that Iran has so far managed to impose both operational and strategic dynamics that have given it the “upper hand,” despite the significant gap in capabilities.

Strait of Hormuz: Which Countries Are Allowed? | Infographic

Strait of Hormuz: Which Countries Are Allowed? | Infographic

11 days ago

Thailand Secures Iran Deal to Transit Strait of Hormuz — Which Other Countries Are Allowed?

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