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Jan 4, 2025, 12:14 PM

Aftershocks of October 7 in the Middle East

The attacks on October 7 sent shockwaves throughout the Middle East, leaving the region in the midst of profound transformations. Hamas has been dismantled as a fighting force, Hezbollah has suffered devastating losses in its leadership, and the Assad...

Jan 1, 2025, 9:07 PM

The Shifting Landscape of Israel-Palestine Discourse

US media over the last several days have focused on the devastating situation in Gaza and increased scrutiny of Israel's actions there. Reports have included stories of mass demolitions of homes, hospitals, schools, and infrastructure; forced displacements of Palestinians...

Dec 31, 2024, 3:30 PM

Jimmy Carter: Architect of Peace and a Complex Legacy

Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, died Sunday at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of landmark achievements and enduring controversies. A dogged peacemaker, Carter helped shape the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. One...

Dec 29, 2024, 4:31 PM

Yemen, Is Israel’s Emerging Front?

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a session of the Knesset, Israel's parliament, in Jerusalem, Wednesday, July 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg)

The October 7 terrorist attack against Israel by Hamas provoked a response coordinated by Iran proxies across the Middle East: from Hezbollah in Lebanon to Shiite militias in Iraq and Syria and the Houthis in Yemen, all joining the...

Dec 4, 2024, 4:07 AM

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Why did Saudi prince Mohammed bin Salman change his rhetoric about Israel?

Normalization may be the long-term plan, but he's being cautious, given anger about Gaza, the US political shifts, and his need for domestic stability

Dec 3, 2024, 3:06 PM

Regional Shifts and Implications for Israel

The recent surprise attack by Sunni rebels in Aleppo is deeply tied to the shifting dynamics in the region following the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. These rebels, primarily supported by Turkey, have taken advantage of the weakened state...

Dec 2, 2024, 10:37 AM

What could we expect from Trump’s presidency?

As Donald Trump prepares to take office once again, many American Jews and a minority of Israeli Jews are reflecting on what this presidency could mean for American democracy and its global influence. Questions remain about which faction of...

Nov 30, 2024, 10:04 AM

A Cease-fire with Hamas is possible?

The ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel is being celebrated by right-wing supporters of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as proof that Israel can use its military superiority to bend its enemies to its will. However, the reality is more...

Nov 29, 2024, 2:52 PM

Connection Between American Jews and Thanksgiving

The celebration of Thanksgiving in America is deeply rooted in the country’s history and values, with its origins tracing back to 1621 in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. The Pilgrims and Native Americans came together for a feast, sharing food...

Nov 28, 2024, 12:16 PM

Was the US Behind the ICC’s Decision on Netanyahu?

The news hit like a thunderclap: the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. For many Israelis, this felt like a betrayal—not just from the ICC, but perhaps from one of our...

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Ethan Goldberg is a cybersecurity expert specializing in cyber warfare, focusing on strategic defense and offensive tactics. He leads several technological initiatives and has extensive expertise in the dynamics and influence of social media in modern information warfare.

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