War
Turning Iran’s conflict data into defensive AI - opinion
The war with Iran is producing a massive operational memory. The strategic question is whether democratic defense ecosystems can organize this memory faster, more responsibly, and more intelligently
Two battlefields, one war: One year since Operation Sindoor - opinion
Voices from the Arab press: Reading the Jeddah statement
Amid rumors of renewed war, Iran may escalate attacks on UAE - analysis
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear criticizes Gaza ‘genocide’ discourse ‘litmus test’ for Democrats
Beshear's remarks come as Democratic candidates increasingly grapple with their stances on Israel amid record-low support for Israel among their base.
Trade war meets tradition: Canadian Jews confront a Manischewitz-free Passover
All US-produced wines and spirits have been pulled from the shelves across the province of Ontario in response to Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.
Turkey’s intel chief lays out country’s vision for Middle East, world - analysis
In the Middle East, Turkey seeks to play a key role if and when the Iran conflict winds down. Ankara will seek to grow its influence as Iran’s influence declines.
What happens to our brain when we watch "Big Brother" and "The Amazing Race"?
Amid unbearable stress, many turn to reality shows for comfort, using others’ dramas as a way to regulate emotions and preserve mental stability.
Willful blindness: The existential stakes of the Iranian threat - opinion
While skeptics dismiss the declarations of Iran’s leaders as mere demagoguery for domestic consumption, history teaches that ideological adversaries mean exactly what they say.
The hard data: What happened to Israelis’ sleep during the war – and how it can be fixed
Data collected since the beginning of the war indicate a significant impact on sleep among Israelis, but there are practical ways to help the body relax and improve sleep quality.
How many missiles have fallen on the Pope’s children? - comment
As the pope urges restraint and condemns war, Israelis facing daily threats question whether such moral clarity reflects the realities on the ground.
From appeasement to escalation: Europe's dangerous Iran blind spot - opinion
In the 1930s, Europe watched a hostile ideology announce itself in plain language and chose not to believe it. Today, Europe is making the same calculation about Iran.
After 4 weeks of war, it is already hard to feel compassion for others. And that’s okay
There is something particularly complex about this period. If you feel indifference or an inability to empathize with the pain of others – it may actually be good for you.
Why complaining about the war actually contributes to national resilience
Politicians and even media figures criticize citizens who complain about the war and its side effects. A clinical psychologist explains why it is actually very worthwhile for you to complain.