Missile Testing in Iran

March 8th, 2009 • No Comments

With speculation high about Iranian nuclear capabilities of late, the news that Iran has test-fired a new surface-to-air missile is doing little to assuage doubts worldwide of the country’s intentions. This move is the latest in a series of demonstrations of military capability. Continue reading ‘Missile Testing in Iran.’

Palestine: Fatah, Hamas Peace Talks

February 26th, 2009 • 2 Comments

There has been a rapprochement in relations between the Palestinian authorities in the West Bank and in the Gaza Strip. Although Fatah has nominal authority over both regions, it is widely understood that Hamas has effective control over the Gaza Strip, as was illustrated in Israel’s recent conflict with Hamas. One of the main policy issues which divides the two factions is that Hamas refuses to recognize the state of Israel and furthermore has, to date, refused to relinquish its right to armed conflict. Continue reading ‘Palestine: Fatah, Hamas Peace Talks.’

Netanyahu to Form Israeli Cabinet

February 21st, 2009 • No Comments

Benyamin Netanyahu has been asked to form the new Israeli Cabinet by the President Shimon Peres after the snap elections earlier this month. Continue reading ‘Netanyahu to Form Israeli Cabinet.’

Israel: Anti-Arab Party Expected to Garner Votes

February 8th, 2009 • No Comments

Avigdor Lieberman, the far-right representative for the anti-Arab population within Israel and leader of the Yisrael Beitenu (”Israel Is Our Home”) political party is running a very close third in current pre-election polls. Continue reading ‘Israel: Anti-Arab Party Expected to Garner Votes.’