“Israel is left worse off than when Hamas managed Gaza, given the sheer power of Turkey (which is increasing)…. The deployment of Turkish forces in Gaza and the sale of F-35s to Erdogan are not policy ideas but a method: regional management through personal deals and assurances rather than hard …

On 13 November 2025, my family and I were breathlessly awaiting the results of my sister Aya’s high school exams, or tawjihi. We put up some decorations in an apartment we had rented after relocating from Gaza City to Deir al-Balah, central Gaza, in September. We bought sweets, so excited …

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has concluded his visit to the United States, returning home after reportedly securing yet another round of political backing from Donald Trump. As with previous encounters, the meeting provided Netanyahu with diplomatic cover and strategic reassurance, reinforcing Israel’s ability to sustain its military posture in …