Dan Perry is the former chief editor of The Associated Press in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, the former chairman of the Foreign Press Association in Jerusalem, and the author of two books about Israel. Follow his newsletter “Ask Questions Later” at danperry.substack.com.
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By Dan Perry
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Opinion Israel accidentally helped spark regime change in Syria — what’s next?
Israel has a chance to reshape the order of the Middle East. But its leadership must be wise enough to seize it
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Opinion We’re watching Israel self-destruct — at the hands of its own leaders and citizens
Netanyahu's government relies on three groups whose aims would destroy the country as we know it (and possibly altogether)
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Opinion Netanyahu was right to end the war in Lebanon — now Gaza must follow
Prolonging the Gaza War only serves Netanyahu’s political aims
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Opinion The International Criminal Court wants to arrest Netanyahu. Its own legitimacy is on the line.
The ICC has set up a showdown with the US — and its ability to wield power of any form could hang in the balance
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Opinion A ceasefire may be imminent in Israel’s war in Lebanon — why not Gaza?
There are two crucial differences between Israel's conflict with Hezbollah and its war against Hamas
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Opinion After years of stalling, Netanyahu will finally face a courtroom — and, just maybe, a reckoning
Netanyahu's corruption trial has dragged on for more than four years. For the first time, he's about to be forced to testify in it
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Politics Trump’s reelection is a disaster. But it could also save the Middle East
In a region resistant to diplomacy, Trump's strongarming approach might prove to be exactly what's needed
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Opinion Netanyahu’s firing of Gallant is a cynical betrayal of Israel’s security
Political calculations guided a decision that will now endanger the country
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