Tensions between Damascus and Ankara rise

Tensions are quickly escalating between Syria and Turkey, after their respective militaries launched several deadly attacks against one another. The situation initially deteriorated last week when forces loyal to Syrian…

The Iran-Russia-Turkey Triangle

By: Dr. Ely Karmon, Senior researcher at The Institute for Counter Terrorism, IDC Herzliyah.   The Iran-Russia-Turkey Triangle: The balance of Power and the Fate of the "Astana Process" After…

China aligned with Russia on Mideast policies

China is hailing its comprehensive and collaborative partnership with Russia with regard to regional and international issues. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Geng Shuang underscored that both nations are “also permanent members…

Putin conducts surprise visit to Syria

Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded a surprise visit to Damascus, where he held several meetings with his Syrian counterpart, President Bashar al-Assad. The two leaders visited the Russian military’s headquarters…

U.S. Embassy in Iraq evacuated under siege

Staff today evacuated the U.S. embassy in Baghdad under siege by thousands of protesters, enraged over American military air strikes against the powerful Iranian-backed Kataib Hezbollah last Sunday (December 29).…