Arab states

From hatred to humanity: How we can bring real peace to the Middle East - opinion

We can, and must, imagine an Arab and Muslim leadership built on humility rather than defiance and education that promotes tolerance and peace.

|ByARYEH GREEN
Iron Dome batteries are seen stationed near the southern Israeli city of Sderot, August 6, 2022
A year ago, the Israel-based Coalition for Regional Security expressed hope that US President Donald Trump could forge a regional alliance for peace, but Gulf analysts do not believe Saudi Arabia and other states would normalize ties with Israel due to the war in Gaza. PremiumPremium

Pause, not peace: Left out of talks, Gulf states brace for next round of Iran war

Arab analysts, policymakers say the agreement may reduce tensions temporarily, but it does little to address concerns over Iran’s regional influence, missile program, and support for proxies

|ByDANA BEN-SHIMON
‘A MONSTER’ – Members of the IRGC attend a ground forces military drill in the East Azerbaijan province of Iran in 2022.

Iran’s extremist ideology raises global security concerns - opinion

From Israel to South Asia, fears are growing that Iran’s ideological influence is fueling extremism and instability.

|ByRACHEL AVRAHAM
A container ship sails at the Suez Canal, in Ismailia, Egypt March 31, 2021. Suez Canal Authority/Handout via REUTERS

Israel needs a Suez alternative, the Ben-Gurion Canal offers one - opinion

The Ben-Gurion Canal would give the world a new trade route while boosting Israel’s economy and strategic power.

|ByELI AVIDAR

China may seek greater role in Gaza conflict after Arab summit - analysis

Egyptian leader Abdel Fatah al-Sisi, Tunisia’s President Kais Saied, UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Bahrain King Hamad attended China-Arab States Cooperation Forum

MAY 30, 2024BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
China’s President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi ahead of the opening ceremony of the 10th Ministerial Meeting of China-Arab States Cooperation Forum at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, China May 30, 2024.

Turkey attempts to establish a foothold in the Palestinian arena, Arab countries refuse

Turkey proposed a security arrangement plan to Arab states during the Israel-Hamas war's early stages, some Arab nations rejected it.

APRIL 25, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan delivers a speech during a protest against the recent killings of Palestinian protesters on the Gaza-Israel border and the U.S. embassy move to Jerusalem, in Istanbul, Turkey May 18, 2018.

The future of Gaza: Netanyahu's strategic gambit unveiled

A covert Israeli plan aims to establish a military government in Gaza and foster regional ties, eyeing a future Palestinian state and peace with Saudi Arabia.

JANUARY 31, 2024ByBEN CASPIT
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Arab nationalism is alive and well in Doha at the World Cup - analysis

The international soccer tournament in Doha has seen an outpouring of support from Arab fans toward the teams of other Arab nations, while Israeli journalists have faced backlash.

DECEMBER 1, 2022ByMOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE
Saudi Arabia Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman is received by Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani on the sidelines of the World Cup in Doha, Qatar, November 20, 2022

Qatar shows that Abraham Accords did not change Arab-Israeli relations - analysis

Over the last week, fans from Arab states in Qatar have bullied and boycotted Israeli fans and journalists.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022ByLAHAV HARKOV
A fan displays a Palestine flag in the stands during the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, November 23, 2022

Jeddah summit proves Arabs haven't dumped the Palestinians - PA officials

PA officials said that they were especially delighted to see the Arab leaders reaffirm their support for the Palestinian people and the two-state solution.

JULY 17, 2022ByKHALED ABU TOAMEH
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and US President Joe Biden react after a statement, in Bethlehem in the West Bank July 15, 2022.

Arab Summit fails to give President Biden what he wants

Jeddah conference produced no strong public front on Iran, no regional security pact, nor any steps toward normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

JULY 17, 2022ByMOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE
US President Joe Biden walks to board a plane following an Arab summit, at King Abdulaziz International Airprot, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, July 16, 2022

Two major figures in Arab world visit Israel as the Middle East changes

Jerusalem hosts two historic visitors bearing the fruits of peace.

MARCH 7, 2021ByVICTORIA COATES
GYPT’S PETROLEUM and Mineral Resources Minister Tariq al-Mulla attends a news conference in Cairo in 2018.

Can Israel and Arab states trust each other? - opinion

It will not be easy, but it can be done.

FEBRUARY 3, 2021ByEHUD EILAM
The flags of the United Arab Emirates, Israel and Bahrain flutter along a road in Netanya, Israel September 14, 2020

Youth from Syria, Libya, Iraq, Gaza join Israeli start-up program

The guidance is provided by both Palestinians and Israelis.

FEBRUARY 1, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Participants of the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation's second cycle of Starting-Up Together.