In the Middle East, it is a political weakling but an economic force
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Too bad he has so little appreciation for its lessons
America wagers on collapse; the regime on endurance
The disruptor-in-chief wants to send a message to enemies everywhere by demonstrating the devastating nature of American power
The governor has become the de facto leader of the Democratic Party
Now Iranians must find their own Mandela or Walesa, writes Yair Lapid
One of which is Donald Trump
Prices have surged—and may stay high for a while
The president has declared bombing will continue until it brings “peace”