[These changes] reflect a deeper transformation in the concept of American national interest after two decades of wars in the region.

Transparency and mutual trust are necessary in relations, but playing both sides is undignified in friendly relations between allies.

The ceasefire that was supposed to end the war has instead produced a slow continuation of the killing spree.

Netanyahu is lying. He knows he is lying. And others know it too.

Trump also made clear that he would not allow Netanyahu to define the discussion on Iran.

President Donald Trump has consistently demonstrated a preference for maintaining control over escalation rather than allowing events to dictate American strategy.

In practical terms, returning from Washington matters more than going there.

The central pillar of the American plan is a 90-day humanitarian ceasefire.

[T]he U.S. government has simply lost control of the creature it nurtured and shielded for decades.

America is sleepwalking toward a new Afghanistan.

In reality, the agreement is worthless.

Saving NATO in the age of Trump was on the minds of everyone in Ankara, but of course it was not discussed.