May 18, 2022
Finland, Sweden apply for NATO membership
The decision by the Nordic countries was sparked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. By Erin Viner "I warmly welcome requests by Finland and Sweden to join NATO. You are our…
May 12, 2022
Finland to join NATO, condemns Russia
The major policy shift was triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. By Erin Viner "Finland must apply for NATO membership without delay," Finnish President Sauli Niinistö and Prime Minister Sanna…
May 04, 2022
Israel considers military aid to Ukraine
Jerusalem's leaders are increasingly inclined to bolster civilian aid to Ukraine - including first-time military assistance, amid increasing evidence of Russian atrocities against civilians in the wartorn East European nation.…
Apr 21, 2022
The Implications of the Ukraine War for Israel
For Israel, this is evidence that its self-reliance doctrine must be nourished with no illusions about foreign support in times of crisis. Moreover, Turkey probably sees NATO more positively since…
Apr 21, 2022
Israel to supply helmets, vests to Ukraine
The Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMoD) announced that the provision of the protective gear comes “in light of the request made by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.” By Erin Viner…
Apr 14, 2022
Russia policy unaltered on IDF strikes on Iran & proxies in Syria
This, according to Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz. By Erin Viner “Israel continues to operate against weapons transfers and other Iranian threats” in the neighboring Arab Republic, Jerusalem’s top defense…
Apr 08, 2022
Israel supports suspension of Russia from UNHRC
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) suspended Russia from its Human Rights Council (UNHRC) over reports of "gross and systematic violations and abuses of human rights" in Ukraine, in a…
Apr 05, 2022
Int’l concerns rise over possible Russian war crimes in Ukraine
Outrage over alleged civilian killings by Russian forces in northern Ukraine are prompting calls from the world community to impose additional sanctions on Moscow ahead of an eventual trial on…
Apr 04, 2022
US: only minor gaps on Iran nuclear deal
Just a small number of outstanding issues remain in the nuclear talks with Iran, said the US State Department, while calling on the Islamic Republic to make necessary decisions to…
Mar 31, 2022
Russia denies attack on Ukrainian-Jewish holy site
Moscow refutes Ukrainian claims that its forces launched a strike on the town of Uman, a site of pilgrimage by tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Hasidic Jews each year. By…