While Trump may be optimistic about a Gaza ceasefire, he mistakes Netanyahu’s overtures for sincerity, rather than a cunning strategy, says Khalil Jahshan.
Resuming weapon supplies to Israel, lifting sanctions on violent settlers & his Gaza plan, all make Trump’s position on Palestine clear, writes Khalil Jahshan.
The surprise visit between PA President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Defence Minister Benny Gantz was neither a Palestinian nor an Israeli initiative. Rather, it was the Biden administration's attempt at diplomatic posturing, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.
Despite his role in manufacturing a war on Iraq, Colin Powell leaves a complicated legacy worth pondering over at this critical period in US history, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.
Comment: These elections finally present Abbas with the ultimate challenge: Balancing his standing with the US, while delivering Palestinians the fresh leadership they so desire, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.
Comment: The US government has transcended its traditional role as accessory to that of full partner in Israel's illegal occupation of Palestine, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.
Comment: The Netanyahu-Gantz coalition is nothing more than a shaky political agreement designed to serve the narrow personal agendas of Machiavellian politicians, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.
Opinion: With their exclusion declared a founding principle of the state, Palestinian citizens of Israel will now vote to protect their identity and preserve their rights, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.
Comment: The trust deficit caused by the blockade won't be restored automatically just because a political decision was reached by the leadership, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.
Comment: John Bolton appeared the right match for Trump, but the firebrand politician proved too much even for this unpredictable president, writes Khalil E. Jahshan.