Opinion & Analysis
Opinion articles and political analysis by Dr. Salem Alketbi on Gulf, Arab, Iranian and international affairs.
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Extremism
Weaponizing the Social Media
The legal system works in such ways as to bring about a peaceful relationship between individuals, to balance freedom and…
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The Important dimensions of the Pope’s visit to Morocco
The visit of Pope Francis to Morocco from 30 to 31 March has particular importance. The visit will be focused…
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Israel
The Tunis Arab Summit and the momentous decisions
Opportunists wait for joint Arab summits and meetings to launch political and media sloganeering campaigns and to sow frustration and…
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Extremism
Daech’s military defeat: The next step?
A page of terrorism has been turned after the Syrian Democratic Forces, supported by the United States, announced the liberation…
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Iran
A gift to Israel and especially to Iran
The Middle East is a region full of political and security problems. There is the issue of widespread terrorism. There…
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New Zealand: Turning Lemons into Lemonade
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Laurell Ardern successfully managed the crisis provoked by the vicious massacre performed by a far-right…
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Israel
Arab countries’ options in the Syrian Golan crisis
US President Donald Trump has placed all Arabs, especially the United States’ allies, in a delicate and sensitive situation by…
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The Danger of Appealing to Historical Conflicts
After the horrific massacre of innocent worshippers in two synagogues in Christchurch, New Zealand, thousands of messages focused on Islam-West…
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Extremism
Islamophobia: A Realistic Reading
Following the far right terrorist attack on two mosques in Christchurch last Friday, many have linked the massacre to the…
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Extremism
The Dimensions of the Christchurch Terror Massacre
The horrendous terrorist crime that killed some 50 Muslims and wounded more than 40 in two mosques in Christchurch, New…
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