Foreign policy

Trump's aid decision could shake Gulf confidence in US security commitments - interview

The Middle East would like to view a surprise end in the assistance to its most important strategic ally as a cause for concern on Washington’s long-term commitment to its regional partners.”

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD, REUTERS
US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman hold hands during a meeting in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, November 18, 2025.
A protest sign is seen near the White House the day after election day on November 04, 2026 in Washington, DC. Following the 2026 midterm elections the Democrats took control of Congress, winning a majority in the House and Senate, flipping several long term Republican held seats.

How does the US Democrats' 'blue wave' shockwave effect global diplomacy, markets? - analysis

For Israel, a Democrat-controlled House and Senate may intensify congressional scrutiny of Israel's military operations in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon, while threatening long-standing US support.

|ByREUTERS
Israeli Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu at the Likud party’s election headquarters at Binyanei HaUma (Jerusalem International Convention Center) in Jerusalem, following Israel’s general elections, early October 28, 2026.

A new government could expand Israel’s diplomatic options - opinion

A successor less dependent on the far-right could rebuild international trust and pair force more effectively with diplomacy. Regarding Iran, the basic posture is unlikely to change.

|ByOR HORVITZ
Protesters against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his war in Gaza walk towards the United Nations (U.N.) in midtown Manhattan on September 24, 2026, in New York City.

For many Israeli voters, concerns over Israel's public image take a back seat in election

Despite rising global hostility, the issue of Israel’s diplomacy, its image worldwide, and who is to blame for its deterioration is barely factoring into the fast-approaching election on Oct. 27.

|ByRUTH EGLASH/JTA

When diplomacy falters, religious dialogue can still hold the line - opinion

Now in its third decade, the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions hosted by Kazakhstan is a rare forum for dialogue across religious, ethnic, and geopolitical divides.

AUGUST 14, 2025ByAKAN RAKHMETULLIN
Eldridge Street Synagogue, New York