France charm offensive alienates Palestinians French President Francois Hollande's much publicized support for Israel will ensure the Palestinians keep France away from US-led peace talks. Palestine
Time to close deal with Iran An agreement with Iran would be a win, if not a breakthrough, for US interests and allies in the Middle East. (Updated) Syria
Egypt’s Ultras: Revolutionaries to villains? The Ultras, decisively active during the protests, are now being blamed by some in the media for contributing to chaos in the country. Egypt
Will Bulent Arinc, founding father of AKP, depart over dispute with Erdogan? Deputy Prime Minister of Turkey Bulent Arinc, a voice of reason in Turkish politics, has signaled that he may retire after a very public dispute with Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Turkey
Of Greek fathers and Turkish sons The racist comments of a senior opposition MP draw reactions from Turkey’s Greek minority, raising questions on how long the party’s neo-nationalists and true social democrats can coexist. Turkey
Iran nuclear deal close, US officials say US diplomats believe that they are close to finalizing a nuclear agreement with Iran but 'there are tough issues to negotiate'. Originals
Netanyahu tweet a low point in international discourse The Israeli prime minister's insulting of Iran on Twitter shouldn't derail the Iran nuclear talks in Geneva. Israel
What surprises can we expect from Avigdor Liberman? The pragmatic character of Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman might surprise those who catalogued him in the right wing of Israel's political map. Israel
Syrian tragedy plays out on Jordan's streets The majority of Jordan's 550,000 Syrian refugees live in urban areas, not camps. Jordan
Despite despair, no signs of third Palestinian intifada The youth of the West Bank are tired of occupation, economic crisis and corruption, but with no charismatic leadership, they do not envisage a third intifada. Palestine
Diyarbakir is ready for the historic visit Diyarbakir is ready for the visits of Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government President Massoud Barzani and Kurdish singer in exile Shivan Perwer, upon Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s invitation. Iraq
Is Turkey experiencing the autumn of the patriarch? The Justice and Development Party's well-nurtured image as a unified political force is taking hits. Turkey
Israeli technology expert: information revolution at heart of Arab Spring Israeli defense technology adviser Haim Assa explains in his book on Marx, Nietzsche and Tahrir Square that cyberspace has enabled the masses to understand their force and ability to topple leaders, in a democracy building process that may last for a decade. Egypt
Ashoura puts Iranian politics in context The martyrdom of Imam Hussein permeates all aspects of Iranian life. Iran
AKP’s social media wars Has the Justice and Development Party (AKP) enlisted “social raiders” to take on its critics in the social media? Turkey
Netanyahu to 'roll out the red carpet' for Hollande The French position on the Iran nuclear talks has assured French President Francois Hollande a warm reception in Israel. Palestine
