The risk of nuclear war in the Middle East today is dangerously high, and Donald Trump is responsible. Let me explain. I grew up in Dearborn, Michigan in the 1960s, at the height of the Cold War. I clearly remember the "duck and cover" exercises we conducted in elementary school, crawling under the wooden desks when an alarm bell rang out at the Greenfield Village School. Our teacher tried to calm our nerves by claiming this was “a hurricane drill.” But with Nikita Khrushchev...

People from U.S.-based nonprofit organization avaaz light candles beside teddy bear in Schuman Roundabout, the heart of the EU district. Russia’s illegal war on Ukraine has been an unrelenting tragedy for its people, but few have suffered more deeply than Ukraine’s children. Over 20,000 have been forcibly deported to Russian-occupied territories, Russia, and Belarus, ripped away from their families and homes. While international law is clear on prohibiting such...

The devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton was catastrophic and difficult for Americans to comprehend. In North Carolina, parts of Asheville resembled destroyed European cities at the end of World War II. The destruction of what had been shopping centers, homes and basic social infrastructure was mind-numbing. Although Milton was not as explosive as feared and the number of deaths was fortuitously limited, it showed the danger of underestimating the...

When choosing the perfect swimsuit, it’s not just about color or prints—it’s about finding a style that complements your body and makes you feel confident. Two popular neckline styles are round neck and V-neck swimsuits. While both can be stylish and functional, they offer distinct differences that can affect how they look and feel. Round Neck Swimsuits A round neck swimsuit, sometimes called a scoop neck, is a classic choice. The neckline, as the name suggests, has a...

Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama, holds immense significance for devotees and spiritual seekers. This ancient city, located in Uttar Pradesh, is a destination where history, mythology, and spirituality intertwine. Known for its vibrant religious sites and cultural heritage, Ayodhya attracts thousands of pilgrims each year. To make your visit seamless and enriching, several Ayodhya Tour Packages are available, offering curated experiences that cover the city's must-visit attractions and...

Introduction  Several students prefer taking up coursework because it is a chance for them to show their academic abilities, away from the pressure students feel in the exam room. Therefore, coursework is ideal for those who cannot perform better in exams.  However, the time you have in your hands in coursework and exam rooms can lure some students into a false hope. Coursework is as essential as an exam but in different ways. Since you have more time in coursework than you could...

After Israel and a U.S.-led coalition neutralized hundreds of Iranian rockets in mid-April, President Joe Biden advised Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “take the win.” Now, following another Iranian barrage targeting America’s ally, rather than trying to handcuff Israel, it’s time for America to lead. Biden should tell Netanyahu what he should have said last spring: “We’ve got this.” Instead of relying on Israel to retaliate,...

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant postponed his trip to Washington this week, where he was to meet his counterpart, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. The Israeli Ministry of Defense explained that Gallant is consumed by plans for Israeli retaliation for Iran’s firing nearly 200 ballistic missiles at the Jewish State. Unofficially, it was reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was preventing Gallant’s visit until he received a call from President Biden....

On Oct. 7, Hamas fired rockets into Israel. This wasn’t the Oct. 7 of one year ago, but rather the one this week. Although the rocket attack was ineffective, the fact that Hamas is still firing rockets from northern Gaza into Israel should bring into question the effectiveness of Israel’s brutal response against the insurgent groups that surround its borders. Americans, right and left, now have an aversion to the forever wars that we once took up in...

Since mid-2024, Ukraine has launched a series of targeted strikes against Russian military assets in Syria. Building on this momentum, Ukraine has the potential to further weaken the Russia-Iran alliance in the region by continuing to disrupt Moscow’s entrenched military presence. To maximize these efforts, the West, along with Israel, should increase financial and military support for Ukrainian operations in Syria, enabling it to erode Russia’s influence and military...

With the Oct. 22 BRICS summit meeting approaching, China and India have stepped up discussions about defusing their tense military standoff along the long Himalayan frontier. But although the 10-nation summit in the Russian city of Kazan is catalyzing efforts to resolve the confrontation — which has sparked rival force buildups and intermittent clashes — it is far from certain that any deal will be reached. The standoff between the two Asian giants is not...

Geography is destiny, but when it comes to U.S. bases in the Middle East, it needn’t be. Our current basing structure detracts from our ability to deter Iran — the core threat — because it reduces our ability to fight effectively in a high-intensity scenario. We need to overcome the tyranny of geography. In a full-blown war with Iran, these existing bases will be rendered unusable by sustained Iranian attack. The Iranians can see this and have created a large and very...