What the American Withdrawal from Afghanistan Means for Hamas
The first Islamist group to congratulate the Taliban for its victory.
September 23, 2021
How the U.S. and France Are Propping Up Hizballah’s Rule in Lebanon
The new government puts the country more firmly in Iran’s clutches.
After over a year of political deadlock, Beirut earlier this month announced the formation of a new government. On its surface, it seems as if the decision resulted from Sunni Muslim and Maronite Christian factions reaching an accommodation. Tony Badran explains, however, that the compromise was brokered by the Iran-backed Shiite militia Hizballah, which is the sole group that has come out ahead:
September 23, 2021
Congressional Progressives’ Push for Greater Israeli Civilian Casualties
If they were to succeed, the result would be increased Palestinian deaths as well.
How the U.S. and France Are Propping Up Hizballah’s Rule in Lebanon
The new government puts the country more firmly in Iran’s clutches.
Celebrating Sukkot 2,000 Years Ago
Hordes of Jewish pilgrims came to Jerusalem and experienced the Temple’s “wow effect.”
Hungary’s Annual Cholent Festival
Gentiles join in eating the traditional Sabbath stew in a country where many Jews still hide their identity.