The attacks did not come as a surprise as many governments have warned that attacks are being planned and were imminent...

The two countries seem to be, in the short run at least, in sync to drive state system in two regions of the world toward fragmentation...

The revolution metamorphosed into a so-called war on terror by Assad regime and his Iranian, Lebanese and Iraqi allies...

When considering Arab and Muslim countries, I always search for a positive sign that could indicate a move towards a better future for societies. However, my many moments of optimism are often...

Lebanese people like explaining to foreigners that their country’s existence has defied every logic since its inception. Its pluralism and constitutional democracy is unique, its dysfunctional...

The Geneva talks are a time-wasting déjà vu story in the Middle East, and a reflection of international discord...

With Iran taking a major step toward normalizing its relations with the world, Tehran’s leadership has to decide, in the interest of its people, culture and economy, whether it is a state or a...

The 2016 State of the Union address could have easily been U.S. President Barak Obama’s farewell speech. His speeches over the last seven years amount to much ado about nothing, during times...