Diplomatic equilibrium between the Turkic states and Israel signals expanded possibilities for the Jewish state in its relations with an Eurasia rapidly becoming the world's new center of gravity. Opinion.
The Azerbaijan-Armenia agreement can lead to a shift from confrontation to regional integration, good for both countries. There are many problems left, but in contrast to Gaza, there is no implacable and murderous Islamic hatred. Instead, there is a government in Baku with a vision for peace. Opinion.
Netanyahu’s recognition of the Armenian Genocide and the geopolitical calculations in Azerbaijan-Israel relations. Opinion.
Who stands to gain and who to lose? The Zangezur Corridor links Europe and Central Asia, bypassing China-built routes, Russia and Iran, showing that contemporary geopolitics has to do with roads, pipelines, and communication networks rather than just territorial boundaries. Opinion.
Russia is quietly building a military presence in Armenia with political implications, insidiously countering Trump's bridge building. A wake up call.
In the wake of the massacre of the Druze in Syria, Israel should build a buffer zone. Opinion.
Breaking the Brotherhood's social control requires a comprehensive alternative governance framework based on traditional structures and economic integration. Opinion.
Iran’s accusations — that Azerbaijan has played a role in Israeli military operations — lack credible evidence and appear to be part of an information warfare strategy. Opinion.
Azerbaijan contributes to regional stability by remaining neutral and avoiding conflict. Opinion.
South Azerbaijani and other dissidents discuss the importance of applying maximum pressure on Iran in support of Israel's present Tehran campaign. Opinion.
What is the potential of Azerbaijan joining the Abraham Accords in the near future? Opinion.
Beyond Muslim Azerbaijan’s relations with Israel and the United States, whether together or separately, Azerbaijan is a pro-Western country in its own right. Opinion.
If Israel expands its public collaborations within the Muslim world to include Azerbaijan, it will strengthen Muslim sentiment towards these partnerships and enhance its image as a country that is "normalized" in the Muslim world. Op-ed.
Freedom House's biased coverage of Israel is exposed when you find out what the journalists they are protecting do in their spare time. Opinion.
In this small town where residents are all connected to each other, the trauma affects everyone. And the surviving children most of all. Op-ed.
Only a body that gave Arafat a Nobel Prize can consider a person accused of sabotaging a peace process between two countries and two peoples for the Nobel Peace Prize? Op-ed.
Despite the war, Israelis should greatly care about climate change ahead of the COP29 Climate Conference. Simon Stiell, the UN’s top climate official, pressured the community of nations to shape up their act: “Finance is the make-or-break factor in the world’s climate fight.”
Why don't you leave Israel alone for a while and choose a place where people are being persecuted for no reason? Opinion.
Iran has essentially built a Shia Crescent of Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Gaza, to the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. Op-ed.
'Where were you when Israeli women were raped, paraded and slaughtered by Hamas terrorists? Feminists in the Jewish state demand answers.
From an Azerbaijani perspective, it is only natural that the Caucuses country help Israel in its hour of need with a steady oil supply.Op-ed
Following the operation in Karabakh and the resulting ceasefire, Israelis like Ayoob Kara and Mordecai Kedar joined peace efforts. Op-ed.
Pro-Armenian activists squared off against Azerbaijan supporters. Both sent letters to Israel's president by way of Arutz Sheva.
American society's lack of knowledge of the world leaves the door open for policies influenced by well-funded lobbies.
Iran was hostile towards Azerbaijan long before Baku opened up an embassy in Tel Aviv. Op-ed.
Thriving Azerbaijan has opened to Israeli tourists. We were truly welcomed with none of the antisemitism Jews face overseas. Op-ed.
Not every Islamic country is like Lebanon, Iran, or Indonesia. Contrary to preconceptions, there are enlightened Muslim countries. Op-ed.
Most South Azerbaijanis do not wish to see the return of the Shah, despite their hatred of the ayatollah's regime. They want freedom.Op-ed.
If Pahlavi is a viable alternative to the ayatollahs ruling Iran, Israel and Azerbaijan will benefit but there are dissident voices..Op-ed.
If Iranians of all ethnic groups who are fighting for freedom would be aided by the West, the nuclear issue would end.Op-ed.
A trilateral bloc between Azerbaijan, Israel and Turkey might make Iran, which is 40% ethnic Azerbaijani, think twice before attacks. Op-ed.
Azerbaijanis make up around a third of the population in Iran.They are fighting for their rights and the mullahs fear them. Op-ed.
A look at how the Azerbaijan Diaspora, whose native land borders Turkey, has taken the initiative in providing aid along with Israel. Op-ed.
It is to be expected that a neighboring country that has relations with Israel and religious freedom becomes the enemy of Iran. Op-ed.
Iran suspects that Azerbaijan allows Israel to use the country as a base to bring the rebels support. That is one reason. Op-ed.
Azerbaijan, a large energy producer, also has the potential to become a starting point on a green energy corridor to European markets.Op-ed.
The ancient historic Mountain Jewish community.of Azerbaijan is preserved in hand woven pictorial carpets.Op-ed
Fuad Muradov, Chair of Azerbaijan's State Committee on Work with the Diaspora, is in Israel to mee them. Perhaps an embassy soon? Op-ed
As the world reaches new-old depths of antisemitism, it is refreshing to be in a pro-Israel country where all religions are welcome. Op-ed.
Wheat shortage is one Ukraine war-caused problem, but Azerbaijan's plentiful oil deposits already provide 40% of Israel's oil. Op-ed.
Iran invested in a Shia Crescent from Tehran to the Mediterranean encircling Israel, at the expense of influence in the Caucuses.Op-ed.
You cannot compromise and make deals with the butcher of Tehran, without harming human rights and the dignity of man. Op-ed.
It is never easy being a single mom, and much harder during the corona period. Op-ed.
International Women's Day is the time to state that misogynstic, cruel behavior towards women is the rule in anti-Israel countries. Op-ed..
Khojaly Genocide Day in Azerbaijan and Purim coincide this year. Sadly, there was no Azerbaijani Queen Esther to save Khojaly. Op-ed.
Iran was not mentioned in Biden’s first major foreign policy speech as president, giving rise to speculation about his plans. Op-ed.
Two states border one another and both are Muslim, but their attitude to the Holocaust could hardly be more opposed. Op-ed.
A Save the West webinar on the electoral crisis about Antifa’s role in the Capitol Hill riots was interrupted by images of swastikas. Op-ed.
Analysts differ on what may transpire between Israel and the countries with whom there is now peace, but all agree on one danger. Op-ed.
Landmines are hidden for various reasons in wartime, but even if peace is declared they continue their deadly work. Op-ed.
Iran, Turkey, Afghanistan, Bangladesh are committing awful human rights violations as you read this.The UNHRC is otherwise occupied. Op-ed.
A treaty will be a legal barrier if Biden backtracks on the Abraham Accords and renews the Iran deal.There are precedents. Op-ed
Bangladesh, Syria, Iran or Nagorno-Karabakh do not interest the ICC, but it does target Israel. Only the US sees through it. Op-ed..
Despite Trump’s sometimes inappropriate language, many people in the Middle East support him for a variety of reasons. Op-ed..
Israel must address the psychological needs of citizens during the pandemic in addition to economic and physical health issues. Op-ed.
Turkey supports Azerbaijan, while Iran supports Armenia. Israel should take sides and help Azerbaijan. Opinion.
During the lockdown, women in abusive situations must have access to help, but those with prior traumas also suffer when in isolation. Op-ed
Thoughts at the start of the school year after the alleged gang rape in Eilat. Where do parents and educators go from here? Opinion.
Judaism considers rape equivalent to murder as it slaughters the victim's soul. Op-ed.
Lebanon faces a difficult situation. Hezbollah is not Mubarak. Protests will not cause Hezbollah to go and leave Lebanon alone. Op-ed.
