Remember all those fears that Syria could turn into a new Afghanistan-like base for terrorists? Looks like those fears are becoming reality. The Al-Qaeda affiliated Al-Nusra Front in Syria is already expanding and is looking to target other countries. The…
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More than Half the Palestinians Do Not Back the Peace Talks with Israel
Ever tried to make a decision for a group where half the group opposed you? It’s like a coach telling his team to play conservatively when all they want to do is take chances. It’s a recipe for conflict and…
Egypt’s ‘War on Terror’ Kills Dozens—Here’s Why You Should Care
Terrorism can strike anywhere, and it’s a real concern right now for Egypt and Israel. That should matter to you, because—lest we forget Egypt is a crucial part of the oil trade and your gas budget. Ahram Online reported that…
US on Terror: Threat Level in Yemen is ‘Extremely High’
“Get out!” is the message the US is telling Americans due to the risk of terrorism in the country of Yemen, home to a major Al-Qaeda group. A statement put out by the US Embassy in Yemen said that they…
Around the Middle East, A Reader’s Guide
Another week has come and gone in the Middle East, and it’s been a busy one. The Israelis and the Palestinians have restarted peace talks (and if you want to know if those will result in a deal or not,…
Europe Puts Hezbollah on Blacklist
One of the few Middle East terror groups to carry out an attack on European soil in recent years has been labelled a terror group by Europe – finally. Hezbollah, a powerful ally of Iran that runs Lebanon’s government like…