The exposure of the PRISM data-collection program might not fall squarely under the heading of the third annual International Cyber Security Conference, which concluded on Wednesday at Tel Aviv University. The secret …
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The Syrian Chessboard: Behind the Game Played by Russia, Israel, the U.S. and Other Powers
The umbrella group representing Syria’s rebellion on the world stage announced on Thursday that they would not attend peace talks proposed to take place in Geneva during June, a flat rejection that might appear to sideline the …
The Battle for Qusayr: What Victory in Syria’s Latest Front Means for the War
Fighting continued for a fifth straight day in the strategic Syrian city of Qusayr, as opposition forces fighting the regime of President Bashar Assad sought desperately to maintain their slipping grip in a battle that could …
China Can Posture, but It Can’t Bring Peace to the Middle East
China’s surprising offer on Tuesday to referee peace in the Middle East offers an enticing narrative. Having emerged over the last generation as an economic colossus and budding military power, the People’s Republic might seem …
Key Netanyahu Ally’s Corruption Trial Marks Pivotal Moment in Israeli Politics
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may find himself politically damaged if his former Foreign Minister is convicted of fraud and breach of trust
Strikes on Syria Signal an Emboldened Israel
As Syria’s civil war rages on, Israel worries about the consequences of chaos and bets that Bashar Assad’s forces are stretched too thin to retaliate
Tapping the Promised Land: Can Israel Be an Energy Giant?
In 2009 an Israeli geologist discovered oil embedded in rock in the ground southwest of Jerusalem. There’s lots of it — and it could change the Middle East forever
The Daily Worry: How I Learned to Live With Bombs in Turkey and Israel
TIME’s Jerusalem bureau chief describes life under strict security regimes in Turkey and Israel — and how it quickly becomes normal. Are there lessons for the U.S.?
Turkey’s Big Week Means New Clout In An Emerging Middle East
The Prime Minister of Turkey is a big winner, scoring an apology from Israel and a ceasefire from the Kurds.
Ultra-Orthodox Jews Prepare For Passover
Ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel have been preparing for the holiday of Passover which starts today. Passover commemorates the flight of Jews from ancient Egypt, as described in the Exodus chapter of the Bible. Passover lasts until …
Can Obama Make Israelis Believe Again?
The American President poured on the charm in an effort to persuade Israelis and Palestinians to get back on the peace process — and a two-state solution
Bibi and Barack: A Buddy Movie Opens in Israel
The two leaders seem to be going out of their way to show how friendly they have become
What Have You Done for Us Lately? Why the Palestinians Are Put Out With Obama Too
The American President, already suffering a dearth of popularity in Israel, isn’t getting high marks from the Palestinians either