US candidates recognize importance of Arab American vote
With the US presidential election just two weeks away, dozens of polls are being released, each attempting to predict the outcome. Voters, particularly in swing states, are being bombarded with calls and...
Harris risks losing the progressive left by courting unhappy Republicans
Much to Donald Trump’s displeasure, Kamala Harris was interviewed by Fox News on Wednesday. Trump said the channel had “lost its way” and gone “soft” on the Democrats by giving them air...
Events in Gaza, Lebanon may bring Egypt and Iran closer
The relationship between Egypt and Iran is one of the most complex in the Middle East, largely due to significant political and ideological differences that have persisted for decades. Recently, changing dynamics...
The Gulf states’ role in shaping Middle Eastern stability
The Middle East, characterized by a rich mosaic of cultures, religions and historical narratives, stands at a pivotal crossroads. The rising crises and complex conflicts have underscored the region’s nuanced landscape of...
Little for Ukraine to cheer ahead of US election
As Americans head to the polls next month to elect their next president, traditional bread-and-butter issues dominate the political debate. Concerns about rising grocery bills, access to affordable healthcare, debates over what...
October 7: Between foolishness and treason
On the ground, Yahya Sinwar has achieved for Israeli extremists what hard-line Israeli leaders like Menachem Begin, Yitzhak Shamir and even Ariel Sharon could not. Sharon, who withdrew from Gaza in 2005,...
Israel’s search for a definitive military solution
The question of a possible endgame for Israel to declare victory and then think of a political process in the Middle East is a key one not only for regional states and...
Is this Lebanon’s last war?
A friend of mine from Canada asked: “Please give me one piece of good news, even if it is fake.” There is no good news in what is happening in Lebanon right...
German-Saudi ties can see yet more progress
German reunification on Oct. 3, 1990, stands as one of the most joyous moments in our nation’s history. It continues to be a source of pride and celebration for all Germans. After...
The latest September turning point in Arab history
September is rich with historical and political developments in our region. Over the past few decades, several major turning points have unfolded during this month, leaving major repercussions for Arab politics and...