Opinion & Analysis
Opinion articles and political analysis by Dr. Salem Alketbi on Gulf, Arab, Iranian and international affairs.
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The independence of a Homeland… The Will of a People and a Throne
When researchers remember national independence dates as important marks in the history of nations, there comes to their minds the…
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The Green March…Rational Planning
The Green March we are commemorating with our brothers in Morocco these days constitutes a rich topic worthy of study.…
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Extremism
Iranian Delirium
In a recent Iranian official ‘absurdity’, Brigadier General Hossein Salami, deputy commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said that his country…
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Lessons from the ‘Green March’
The ‘Green March’ remains a key event in Moroccan history, not only because of the valuable lessons it offers, but…
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UAE
The UAE Flag Day
The flag of a nation captures its identity, integrity, sovereignty, for the sake of which were made considerable sacrifices. Countries,…
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UAE
Today is Your Day, My Country
On November 3 of each year, the citizenry and leadership of the UAE celebrate the Flag Day. The people anticipate…
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UAE
Abu Dhabi: A Symbol of Civilizational Evolution
Abu Dhabi is a distinguished capital due to its outstanding leadership characterized by wisdom, justice and an enlightened vision toward…
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United States
Understanding JASTA
The Justice against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA) has a legal and strategic impact on international relations, which I discussed…
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United States
JASTA Law… Point of Order
I wrote a piece about the JASTA (Justice Against Supporters of Terrorism Act) which allows families of victims of 9/11…
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Not Just a Human Tragedy: Aleppo
In the Syrian city of Aleppo, the humanitarian, political and military crisis ongoing for weeks at the humanitarian, military and…
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