Informed Comment

Recent Elections Show Weaponizing Antisemitism to Protect Israel Is Backfiring

Israel and its hard line supporters have long relied on weaponizing charges of antisemitism to silence critics

When Iran and Iranians are being demonized, it is important to remember the beauty of Iranian civilization and the complexity of Iranians

I argue that the deliberate collapse of the Palestinian health system is the product of policies of blockade, occupation, and structural neglect

Despite Trump’s conviction, Judge Juan Merchan sentenced him to an unconditional discharge with no prison, probation, or even fines

When they called your name at midnight, In your thoughts, morning blossomed from a blood-stained horizon.

The US petroleum companies, I think, bear blame for this war, because they want to get into Iran and develop its petroleum

Military force can destroy facilities, eliminate commanders, and cripple infrastructure; it cannot, on its own, construct a new political order

The US and Israeli decapitation strikes, killing over 40 high-ranking Iranian officials, have not had the desired effect

Khamenei’s legacy was complex. For some, he embodied political resistance and religious values. For others, he symbolised authoritarian rule