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Three Months In, Iran Is Winning the War It Didn’t Start

May 26, 2026

This analysis evaluates the outcomes of “Operation Epic Fury,” the U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran that commenced on February 28, 2026. By contrasting the initial objectives of the intervention—ranging from regime change to the elimination of Iran’s nuclear capabilities—with the current geopolitical reality, the report examines how a fractured strategic plan led to a prolonged conflict, the consolidation of Iran’s new leadership, and the emergence of a tenuous ceasefire framework. Ultimately, the article argues that the gap between the war’s original premise and its results reveals the limitations of military-first approaches when confronted with resilient state apparatuses and the complexities of regional power dynamics.

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The Three Crises Netanyahu Leaves Behind

May 26, 2026

This analysis explores the three fundamental crises defining the end of Benjamin Netanyahu’s premiership as Israel heads toward potential early elections. Following the preliminary Knesset vote to dissolve itself on May 20, 2026, the report examines the long-term impact of Israel’s deepening international criminal exposure, the evolution of settler outposts into a quasi-paramilitary security apparatus in the West Bank, and the profound legal and ethical implications of the newly established military tribunal for October 7 suspects. By framing these issues as “fixed terrain,” the article argues that these structural legacies will constrain and challenge any successor government, regardless of the election outcome.

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Trump’s Iran Deal Splits the GOP He Built

May 25, 2026

This analysis examines the growing rift within the Republican Party over the potential peace agreement with Iran. Following three months of “Operation Epic Fury,” a conflict characterized by significant military costs and economic fallout, the administration is pursuing a diplomatic exit. By contrasting the administration’s push for a negotiated settlement with the objections of GOP hawks who view the deal as a strategic failure, the article explores the political gamble of ending an unpopular war while grappling with unresolved issues regarding Iran’s nuclear program and the control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Gulf States Draw the Line on a Wider Iran War

May 25, 2026

This analysis examines the evolving diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran, highlighting the pivotal role Gulf nations are playing in urging a move away from military conflict. By detailing the economic and political pressures driving both Washington and Tehran toward a negotiated settlement, the report evaluates the structure of the proposed 60-day diplomatic framework and the significant hurdles remaining regarding nuclear enrichment and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Breaking the Cycle: Can Lebanon’s Fourth Occupation Be Its Last?

May 25, 2026

This analysis examines the current military situation in Southern Lebanon, framing the ongoing buffer zone operations as a potential, albeit controversial, turning point for Lebanese state sovereignty. By evaluating the historical context of previous conflicts and the emergence of quiet, high-level diplomatic channels between Jerusalem and Beirut, the article explores whether dismantling non-state paramilitary influence could finally lead to a sustainable security arrangement, demilitarization, and the integration of Lebanon into a broader framework of regional stability.

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US-Iran Talks Are Failing And Both Sides Know It

May 23, 2026

This analysis examines the current collapse of US-Iran diplomatic efforts following the February 2026 outbreak of hostilities. By exploring the non-negotiable demands presented by Washington and Tehran’s defiant response, the article highlights the strategic impasse currently defining the conflict, including the continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the precarious nature of the shaky, ongoing ceasefire.

Sumud Flotilla Tests Limits of Gaza Blockade

May 23, 2026

This report examines the escalating confrontation between civilian aid missions and the Gaza blockade, highlighted by the recent interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. By analyzing the intersection of maritime law, humanitarian necessity, and international diplomatic response, the article explores how these high-seas encounters are reshaping global discourse on accountability and the ethics of enforcing territorial restrictions amidst a deepening humanitarian crisis.

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Milei Faces Pushback at Home

May 20, 2026

This analysis examines the growing rift between President Javier Milei’s ideological foreign policy and the Argentine public’s preference for non-alignment. By tracing his commitment to the Isaac Accords, the promise to relocate the embassy to Jerusalem, and the transactional nature of U.S.-backed financial stabilization, we highlight the risks of Milei’s “moral clarity” in a nation where both the public and political opposition view his foreign ventures as reckless and disconnected from national interests.

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Israel’s Election Will Exclude Millions It Governs

May 20, 2026

This analysis examines the democratic paradox inherent in Israel’s upcoming elections, where political representation remains systematically inaccessible to millions of Palestinians living under military rule. Drawing on recent findings from the ICJ and UN human rights bodies, we explore how current annexationist policies and the exclusionary nature of the electoral process further entrench a dual-regime system, challenging the foundations of political legitimacy in the region.

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How Israel’s Entry Denials Target Critical Journalists

May 20, 2026

This article examines a leaked Israeli police dossier revealing the criteria used to bar foreign correspondents, including covering Bedouin conditions or labor violations. Highlighting the case of Italian photojournalist Alessandro Stefanelli, the report details how systemic media exclusions and judicial deference are driving an unprecedented information blackout across the region.

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Iran War Shows the New Meaning of Power

May 18, 2026

This analysis explores how the Iran war highlights the shifting dynamics of global influence. While Western and Israeli military reach inflicts significant strain, Tehran’s endurance exposes the declining efficacy of unilateral American pressure. The conflict underscores a harsher strategic reality: traditional firepower no longer guarantees political compliance in a multipolar world.

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Why American Power Is Eroding From Within

May 15, 2026

This article argues that America’s greatest vulnerabilities lie in fiscal overstretch and a reliance on force over diplomacy. By prioritizing foreign interventions while domestic infrastructure and political institutions erode, Washington risks long-term instability. The piece advocates for strategic restraint and internal reinvestment to restore sustainable global leadership and national health.

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Three Months In, Iran Is Winning the War It Didn’t Start

The Three Crises Netanyahu Leaves Behind

Trump’s Iran Deal Splits the GOP He Built

Gulf States Draw the Line on a Wider Iran War

Breaking the Cycle: Can Lebanon’s Fourth Occupation Be Its Last?

US-Iran Talks Are Failing And Both Sides Know It

Sumud Flotilla Tests Limits of Gaza Blockade

Milei Faces Pushback at Home

Israel’s Election Will Exclude Millions It Governs

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