Category: Middle East
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U.S. Approves F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia
On November 17, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed during an Oval Office press interaction that the United States will approve and proceed with the sale of F-35 Lightning II fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. Speaking ahead of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s (MBS) White House visit on November 18, Trump stated: “They’ve been…
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UN Backs Gaza Force, Foreign Board to Govern
“The UN Security Council has approved the US draft resolution on Gaza with 13 votes in favor, while China and Russia abstained. The vote installs Jared Kushner and Tony Blair’s concept for a foreign “Board of Peace” as Gaza’s governing authority, giving it control over the enclave’s resources and borders. The resolution authorizes deployment of…
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UN Installs Foreign Rule in Gaza
The UN Security Council has approved the US draft resolution on Gaza with 13 votes in favor, while China and Russia abstained. The vote installs Jared Kushner and Tony Blair’s concept for a foreign “Board of Peace” as Gaza’s governing authority, giving it control over the enclave’s resources and borders. The resolution authorizes deployment of…
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Iran Halts Uranium Enrichment
On November 16, 2025, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the country is no longer enriching uranium at any of its nuclear sites. This marks a significant and abrupt development in Iran’s nuclear program, which has been a point of international tension for years. What is your most up-to-date and in-depth assessment? IR-01, Iran…
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Foreblind: A Middle Power Syndrome
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As the great Aşık Veysel said decades ago: “I walk a long and delicate way,Going day and night.I do not know what state I am in,Going day and night…” Not knowing is a natural process—but one must escape the unconsciousness that comes from being determined not to learn. Although each middle power has its own distinct dynamics…