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Why is Iran striking Gulf states, punishing Washington or making more enemies?

Why is Iran striking Gulf states, punishing Washington or making more enemies?

The question sounds simple, but it goes beyond “military retaliation”. Why would Iran hit Gulf countries while saying its real enemies are the...

yesterday 30

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami

Trump fell into Iran’s trap

Trump fell into Iran’s trap

President Trump is not only failing to learn from history. He is also failing to learn from what is happening right now. This was not a small tactical...

16.03.2026 40

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami

The war on Iran started with missiles, but oil price can end it

The war began with airstrikes and missiles. But the turning point may come from the economy. In this fight, Iran is trying to win by raising the cost,...

12.03.2026 50

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami

Chaos without a goal: Why Washington’s war on Iran looks like a dangerous fiasco

09.03.2026 60

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Tamer Ajrami

Why Trump’s War on Iran Will Fail

The United States has turned the talks with Iran upside down. What is happening now does not look like serious negotiations. It looks more like a way...

27.02.2026 70

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami

Peace in name only: Why Trump’s Board of Peace does not help Gaza?

While children in Gaza search for warmth inside tents and broken buildings, Washington hosts meetings under the title of a new “Board of Peace”...

21.02.2026 250

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Tamer Ajrami

The Gaza Technocratic Committee will fail. Why?

It is clear that the current situation in Gaza, and what is being planned for the post-war period, goes beyond temporary administrative arrangements....

15.02.2026 150

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami

A silent annexation swallows the West Bank while attention turns to Iran, why?

11.02.2026 40

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami

Why is the Rafah Crossing no longer a gateway?

04.02.2026 60

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami

Israel’s recognition of the State of Somaliland: Why now?

02.01.2026 70

Middle East Monitor

Tamer Ajrami