Opinion: Israel’s north needs the same principle applied in Gaza: move the battlefield onto the enemy’s side and eliminate the threats — by establishing a real buffer zone up to the Litani River, so the Galilee no longer serves as Israel’s security zone

Opinion: Nearly two weeks into the war between Israel, Iran and Hezbollah, the group’s secretary-general, Naim Qassem, appears to be functioning as the top decision-maker while maintaining a relatively intact chain of command and control

Commentary: Public frustration grows as unrealistic promises, weak civilian protection and political survival tactics erode trust during war; resilience depends on honest expectations and patience in a long fight

Opinion: Polls show many Palestinians fear corruption will worsen in Gaza; donors preparing to fund reconstruction may face the same accountability failures that have undermined aid for decades

Analysis: Defense minister signals the war’s final phase may depend on whether the Iranian public rises against the regime, suggesting the conflict could shorten if internal pressure forces Tehran to accept surrender terms

Analysis: recent successes created the illusion Hezbollah could be quickly crippled, but dismantling the group would require either a prolonged war in Lebanon or a major political shift inside the country