Tuesday, September 22, 2026

“A horrible mistake”

Recovering from America’s imperial delusions...
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Panic, fear, disbelief: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could prompt humanitarian, refugee crisis

“A cruel military onslaught is engulfing millions. It will lead to untold suffering in Ukraine but also refugee flows in the region.”

NATO and a war foretold

While the world determines how to hold Russia accountable for the horrors it is committing in Ukraine, the members of NATO should do some honest self-reflection.

Investigation reveals lack of proof in Israeli claims against UNRWA

Humanitarian organizations have expressed concern over the decision to cut funding based on unverified allegations, emphasizing the dire consequences for the millions of Palestinians dependent on UNRWA's aid.

Children in crisis: 140,000 displaced by Israeli strikes in Lebanon amid rising fears of...

Humanitarian organizations warn of impending catastrophe as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses calls for a cease-fire.

The U.S. and Turkey are deeply divided over Syria policy

Can Trump get his magpie mind around the complexities of Syria?

US dismisses calls for independent probe into alleged Gaza mass graves

As international outcry grows, the U.S. stands by its decision to forego an independent investigation into allegations of Gazans being buried alive.
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The Most Important Neglected Middle East Stories of 2015

The past 12 months saw enormous political, economic and military shifts in the Middle East, changing its geopolitics for the foreseeable future.

The President who loved generals

Could war with Iran be on Washington’s agenda?
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Attempt to close Al-Jazeera is an attack on freedom of expression, UN says

The channel has become part of Qatar’s grand strategy, and asking them to close it down is like asking Switzerland to close its banks.