While an expected four-day cessation in hostilities and the release of 50 Israeli hostages in exchange for 150 Palestinian prisoners might be a breakthrough in the six-week conflict, Israel has been clear that it will continue its deadly war on Gaza afterwards. “The war continues,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu …

Analysis: After demonstrating that their advanced missile and drone technology can reach Israel, the Houthis have expanded their focus to the Red Sea. Yemen has captured global attention after the country’s Houthi rebels began launching ballistic missiles and drones at Israel in late October. Marking a notable shift in their …

When French troops disembarked at the port of Beirut in September 1920, intent on dissolving the short-lived Arab government, they were met by welcoming crowds of local Maronites and members of Lebanon’s smaller Christian sects. Amidst a sea of French flags, these groups hailed France as “al-umm al-hanuni” – their …