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The world according to Trump

From Europe to China, the illusions of the old order are crumbling.

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Like the president elect, the Israeli prime minister has experienced a remarkable political renaissance.

By David Swift

Benjamin Netanyahu’s strikes on Iran were a breach of the IDF’s usual strategic calculus.

By Rajan Menon

The late Hamas leader’s cold determination led his fellow Palestinians down a trail of terror.

By Bruno Maçães

Can the Israeli prime minister resist the urge to pursue a devastating escalation?

By Jasmine El-Gamal

Vengeance for 7 October is not the same as victory – or peace.

By Rajan Menon

The arrest of Intisar Hijazi is part of an alarming illiberal turn.

By David Swift

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