Seth Frantzman

March 10, 2025
How Hamas Got a Ceasefire and Released No Hostages
Hamas appears to be able to secure de facto ceasefires for Ramadan each year and not have to ever do anything in return.
February 26, 2025
Complex Position for the Druze Community in Syria
The Druze community in southern Syria has been thrust into the spotlight by recent events. The community mostly lives in the area of Suwayda, a city in an area called Jebel...
February 20, 2025
State Failure in Israel
This tragedy must lead to a renewed focus on the state’s mission to protect civilian life and deter enemies.
February 17, 2025
PA Would Face Numerous Obstacles To Run Gaza
Fatah spokesperson Maher al-Namoura says the Palestinian Authority is ready to govern and rebuild Gaza as ceasefire talks and discussions on the strip’s future...
January 29, 2025
Can the Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Hold?
With a new administration in Washington and a renewed focus on the West Bank, it is in Israel’s interests to maintain the ceasefire in Lebanon.
January 21, 2025
Trump is Already Shaping America’s Middle East Doctrine
The overall picture emerging from Trump’s first day and his overall doctrine is that he wants to reverse what he sees are mistakes from the last four years.
January 20, 2025
Trump’s Envoy in Spotlight After Hostage Deal
“We had a great team, but it doesn't happen without Donald Trump…The president was responsible for this release, and we all owe him a debt of gratitude, as to all the...
January 8, 2025
Israel’s Gaza Campaign Is Not Over
Despite multiple IDF campaigns, Hamas continues to recruit fighters.
January 2, 2025
What Will Happen in 2025 With Israel’s Multi-Front War
Israel’s 2024 war explained: Seven fronts, shifting tactics, divided enemies, and lessons for 2025.

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