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July 28, 2026
Mamdani’s Netanyahu Stunt Was a Waste of His Talent and Our Time
What if Mamdani actually wanted to be a bridge builder between Israelis and Palestinians, a role for which he has the unique capacity and talent?
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July 21, 2026
Trump, Netanyahu and Putin Have All Blundered Into Dead-End Wars
Bad decisions and arrogance lead to dead-end wars.
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July 7, 2026
Whose Land? Our Land, Not Trump’s.
On a day celebrating harmony, Trump sang a tune of “This land belongs to me and mine.”
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June 24, 2026
Thomas L. Friedman on the Clash at the Core of the Iran Deal
How the world views of Jared Kushner and the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran can help explain the issue at the heart of the negotiations.
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June 19, 2026
Iran Roared. Trump Blinked.
The Iran deal wasn’t about peace but answering Trump’s personal needs.
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June 9, 2026
Everybody Is a Loser in This Mideast War
None of the participants in the recent wars of the Middle East can claim victory. All are to blame.
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June 2, 2026
Trump Has Failed as Commander in Chief
Trump has failed to unite the country while at war and instead is seeking personal gain.
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May 26, 2026
It’s Crow, Mr. Trump, Not Lobster
Whatever deal is reached between the United States and Iran, Trump will have to make a big concession: A murderous regime remains intact.
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May 19, 2026
Where Are the Republicans Who Put America First?
The “Trump First” wing of the G.O.P. is in ascendance. The rest of the party needs to fight back.
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May 12, 2026
NATO, Please Help. Trump Has No Strategy for Iran.
NATO should overcome its distaste for President Trump and sends its navies to help open up the Strait of Hormuz.
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