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Former U.N. Ambassador John Bolton speaks during the Freedom
Summit, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, in Des Moines, Iowa. Associated
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John Bolton…Extremist Politician Seeking a Role

by Heba El Koudsy | Nov 20, 2016 | Features

Washington – Since the victory of Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential elections, the political circles in Washington have witnessed the nomination of many figures to serve in important positions in the coming administration. Over the few past days, John...

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A man running for cover Saturday during clashes between rebel
fighters and army soldiers in central Aleppo, Syria’s largest city.
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South Syria…Calm Imposed by International Balances

by Nazeer Rida | Nov 20, 2016 | Features

The interrupted bombing of the Syrian regime forces in South Syria hasn’t changed the temporary calm status that dominates the region from around one year; power balance between the two parties has almost been absent amid foreign efforts, which have waited changes in...

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Hariri walks into the Parliament building during the presidential elections in Parliament, Beirut, Lebanon, Oct. 31/ Reuters- Mahamed Azakir

Franjieh’s Portfolio ‘The Last Knot’ Facing the Lineup of Lebanon’s New Cabinet

by Paula Astih | Nov 20, 2016 | Middle East

Beirut- A last effort is exerted in Lebanon to announce a government lineup on Monday, one day before Independence Day that coincides next Tuesday, as requested by President Michel Aoun and Prime Minister-designate Saad Hariri. However, the birth of a new government...

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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump – Photo by Lucas Jackson/Reuters

Russia, Europe, Iran and the Region

by Tariq Alhomayed | Nov 20, 2016 | Opinion

Since electing the U.S. Donald Trump, Europe has been in worry due to his electoral statements on the relation with Russia and him praising the Russian President Vladimir Putin. The simplest evidence over these concerns is the urgent conference called for by the...

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A U.S. fighter walks down a barricade, north the Raqqa city, Syria, Nov. 6/ Reuters- Rodi Sald

‘Syrian Democratic Forces’ Receive Modern U.S.-Arms Ahead of Raqqa Battle

by Youssef Diab | Nov 20, 2016 | Middle East

Beirut- Kurdish troops fighting along the so-called “Syrian Democratic Forces” (SDF) have lately received modern U.S. military equipment, weapons and ammunition, as part of their preparation for the Raqqa battle. While Kurds considered this American support as a proof...