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Jun 2, 2026, 2:45 PM

Escalation in Lebanon: US-Iran Peace Talks

The renewed escalation between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon may appear at first glance to be another episode in a long-running border confrontation, yet its significance extends far beyond the Israeli-Lebanese frontier. At a moment when Washington is attempting...

Mar 2, 2026, 6:28 PM

The Middle East: What to Expect This Week

The Middle East once again stands at a moment of acute tension. What we are witnessing is not an isolated flare-up, but the convergence of several long-simmering crises: the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, the strategic rivalry between...

Feb 19, 2026, 2:40 PM

Is a US–Iran War Really Likely This Weekend?

Over the past 48 hours, a familiar pattern has emerged in the Middle East: military movements, urgent briefings, anonymous officials hinting at timelines, and a crescendo of speculation that the United States and Iran may be on the brink...

Feb 6, 2026, 6:03 PM

February 7, 2010: The Election Ukraine Lost

February 7 marks an anniversary that has largely slipped from public memory: the second round of Ukraine’s 2010 presidential election. Yet this date deserves to be remembered not as a routine democratic milestone, but as a turning point that...

Feb 5, 2026, 4:22 PM

Abu Dhabi Talks Rekindle Faint Hopes of Diplomacy

When Ukraine, the United States and Russia sit at the same table — even indirectly — it is newsworthy by definition. The recent round of talks held in Abu Dhabi, under Emirati auspices, fits squarely into that category. Yet...

Jan 27, 2026, 6:12 PM

Ukraine and Abu Dhabi: Prospects for Peace Talks

As the war in Ukraine grinds into yet another year, the idea of peace negotiations continues to resurface — often with more hope than clarity. Recently, attention has turned to Abu Dhabi as a possible venue for future talks....

Nov 13, 2025, 10:01 PM

Corruption Scandal: Zelensky’s Challenge

Ukraine is currently facing a significant crisis rooted in corruption, a persistent issue that undermines its political and economic stability. Recently, a corruption scandal has emerged, implicating Israeli citizens and raising questions about the ethical practices of foreign nationals...

Aug 12, 2025, 7:07 PM

Alaska 2025: What awaits Ukraine?

On August 15, 2025, the first summit in a decade between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will take place in Alaska. The choice of location is not accidental — Alaska is historically linked to Russia...

Jun 4, 2025, 8:49 PM

Karol Nawrocki: Relations with Kyiv and Jerusalem

After Karol Nawrocki's victory in the presidential elections in Poland, the country is facing significant political changes that may affect both the domestic situation and international relations, in particular with the European Union, Ukraine, and Israel. Nawrocki is known for...

Mar 26, 2025, 8:34 PM

Negotiations in Riyadh: Importance for Odesa

In March 2025, negotiations were held between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia, which resulted in agreements to cease hostilities in the Black Sea and prohibit attacks on energy infrastructure. These agreements are of great importance for the region,...

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CEO of GN Consulting, political expert, author of articles and blogs in Israel, Ukraine and EU