Mar 13, 2023
Iran, Saudi Arabia restore ties
The Chinese-brokered deal between the top Sunni and Shi'ite Muslim powers may pose challenges to both Israel and the United States. By Jonathan Hessen and Erin Viner Resumption of diplomatic…
Feb 24, 2023
Oman opens airspace to Israel
The decision will enable Israeli airlines to utilize a Saudi-Oman corridor to cut flight times to Asia. By Erin Viner “The sultanate's airspace is open to all carriers that meet…
Feb 21, 2023
Netanyahu condemns UN anti-settlement statement
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) issued a formal statement on Monday denouncing Israel's plan to expand Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria – marking the first action the United…
Jan 10, 2023
Negev Forum held in Abu Dhabi
The two-day meeting of the Negev Forum steering committee and working groups was hosted by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). By Erin Viner Over 150 senior officials and experts from…
Jan 04, 2023
MK Temple Mt. visit enrages Palestinians
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to the controversy by repeating his pledge to uphold the so-called ‘Status Quo’ at the holy site. By Erin Viner Fury by Palestinians and…
Dec 16, 2022
Netanyahu urges closer US-Saudi ties
During an interview with Al Arabiya English, Israeli Prime Minister-Designate Benjamin Netanyahu also pledged to achieve a "quantum leap" in peace between Jerusalem and Riyadh. By Erin Viner "The traditional…
Dec 07, 2022
Israeli President visits Bahrain, UAE
Herzog is the first Israeli head of state to visit the Kingdom of Bahrain for a State Visit at the invitation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.…
Nov 17, 2022
Israel, US blame Iran for ship attack
An Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV, drone) hit the Israeli-owned MV Pacific Zircon oil tanker on Tuesday, say officials. By Erin Viner The Liberian-flagged commercial tanker is managed by the…
Nov 09, 2022
Israel, Jordan sign energy MOU
The development signals advancement of a water-for-energy deal. By Erin Viner The memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed at the COP27 climate summit in Egypt at an event hosted by the…
Oct 01, 2022
A New Middle East
By Major General (res.) Yaakov Amidror Changing Israel’s relationship with Arab countries is vital for its regional legitimacy, but it is also in the best interests of the Arab world. Sunni…