“Security Arc” forms amidst Mideast terror

Read this article in Arabic and Italian. Many observers are correct in noting that the Middle East is undergoing yet another Continue reading →

The UN Protocol’s Jihadist “Loophole”

By Sharmine Narwani Note: In light of today’s twin bombings in Damascus and the UN Mission’s feeble response to it, Continue reading →

New Phase in Syria Crisis: Dealmaking Toward An Exit

By Sharmine Narwani In recent weeks, there has been a notable shuffle in the positions of key external players in Continue reading →

Three Mideast Stink Bombs

By Sharmine Narwani Popular revolts may be spinning through the Arab world with a fervor and determination not seen in Continue reading →

Looking Under My Bed For Al Qaeda

by Sharmine Narwani I looked under my bed last night. Just in case. And don’t tell me you haven’t either. Continue reading →

Thomas Friedman — Hasbara GrandMaster Or Elitist Dupe?

Hard as I try, my mouth is fixed in an unattractive gape — unable, it seems, to correct itself. New Continue reading →

Interview: Hezbollah And Hamas on Obama, Netanyahu, Terrorism … And Oprah

In early August and late October, I met with Hamas’ Usama Hamdan and Hezbollah’s Ammar Mousawi, chiefs of their respective Continue reading →