Jul 12, 2019
As the ship named British Heritage, a British oil tanker, prepared to enter the waters of the Straits of Hormuz a group of small speed boats came around and asked that it change course into Iranian waters. The speed boats communicated with the tanker via ship radio.
Jun 27, 2019
If you rely on pundits for your information about foreign affairs, you are probably under the impression that the entire Middle East is a tinder box about to explode. You are probably convinced that the United States is on the brink of war with Iran.
Jun 20, 2019
All eyes and ears have been on the Persian Gulf, Straits of Hormuz and Sea of Oman as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to mount. But there is another battle taking place, a battle which needs our attention and monitoring.
Jun 13, 2019
For months German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas has been leading a movement to "end around" U.S. sanctions against Iran.
Jun 6, 2019
At the end of Ramadan, the month-long daily fast observed by Muslims, is a three-day celebration called Eid el Fitr. Eid means festival and Fitr means the breaking of the fast.
May 31, 2019
If there were to be a conflict, or even a skirmish, between Iran and the United States, the United States would emerge victorious. No doubt about it. There is not even a question in my mind.
May 28, 2019
If political issues have hampered negotiations these past many years, why not try to advance in other directions like economics and quality of life.
May 10, 2019
Israel is celebrating its seventy first birthday! That's no small feat for the Jewish state.