Political, social and diplomatic possibilities within reach for Syria and Lebanon
Hundreds of high school students and tourists enjoy a view of Syria from the top of Mount Bental, which was closed to the public due to Israel’s war with Hezbollah,…
Watch my interview on US tariffs on Israel, why Bibi is the best option to negotiate with Trump, the Iranian nuclear file, and more
Dear MEPIN readers, Introducing unprecedented US tariffs primarily based on trade deficits is upending the world economic order. In Israel’s case, since 1985, 98% of American goods have had zero…
Watch Dr. Mandel discuss the latest in Gaza, Lebanon, Turkey, Iran, Qatar, Egypt, and more.
Dear MEPIN Readers With the weekend coming, please take the time to find out: Please share your thoughts. Eric PS: The final video of my interview on Iraqi TV this…
Watch Dr. Mandel’s Talk, “Israel and the Middle East Under a New President”
Dear MEPIN Readers, For a comprehensive overview of the Middle East, Israel, and the fight against anti-Semitism, watch my talk where I discuss: As always, please share your thoughts. Eric…
The Trump administration needs a Turkish-Syria policy right now
Men lower the coffin of a Syrian Democratic Forces fighter killed by a Turkish-backed militia in the northeastern village of Daoudiya, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue) While the…
Can Trump leverage Middle East dynamics to secure lasting peace?
AFTER HIS confirmation as US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio speaks to reporters at the State Department in Washington last week. He and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz recognize that…
Watch Dr. Mandel discuss American challenges in the Middle East in 2025 and the latest New York Times attack against Israel
Dear MEPIN readers, Please watch my year-end review of the Middle East, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for the United States and Israel in 2025. Will the Trump administration realize…
Time to rethink the borders of the Middle East map
Courtesy Photo Most Americans are unaware that today’s Middle East is an artificial construct created by British and French diplomats (Sykes and Picot) after World War I to advance their…
Syrian turmoil resurfaces: Turkey rises, Iran threatens, and regional alliances shift
Smoke rises, after Syrian rebels announced that they have ousted Syria’s Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 8, 2024.(photo credit: REUTERS/AMR ABDALLAH DALSH) The Syrian civil war highlights shifting alliances,…
Watch Dr. Mandel on the i24 News The Rundown discuss the Syrian war and its consequences for the US and Israel
Two weeks ago, the dormant 14-year Syrian civil war was barely on the radar. Just like the Arab Winter was a surprise with unanticipated surprises and dangerous consequences, i.e., ISIS,…