Every few years, a diplomatic ripple emerges in the international arena: more states step forward to “recognize” Palestine. Headlines trumpet momentum, commentators declare a turning point, and politicians congratulate themselves for advancing “justice.” Yet beneath the surface, what we are witnessing is not progress but regression. Recognition of a Palestinian state today is … [Read more...] about The Futility of Recognizing Palestine: How Western Democracies Betray Their Own Principles
The Sánchez Government: Policies That Risk Killing Spain
Pedro Sánchez has perfected the art of surviving in power, but at what cost to the country he governs? His defenders talk of growth, tourism revenues, and progressive reforms. His critics, however, see a government mortgaging Spain’s future—economically, socially, and geopolitically—while drowning in corruption scandals and trading principle for power. A sharp look at the … [Read more...] about The Sánchez Government: Policies That Risk Killing Spain
Trump’s “Golden Green Card” Cash Grab
Donald Trump’s latest immigration announcement, branding HB-1 visas with a $100,000 fee and dangling a so-called “Golden Green Card” if holders invest $1 million, is nothing more than a shakedown. This isn’t policy—it’s a pathetic attempt to turn America’s skilled worker program into a pay-to-play scheme. Instead of attracting the best and brightest minds to drive innovation, … [Read more...] about Trump’s “Golden Green Card” Cash Grab
Trump’s Empty Threat on Bagram
Donald Trump’s latest outburst on Truth Social about Afghanistan and Bagram Air Base deserves to be taken with a heavy dose of skepticism. His claim that “bad things will happen” if the Taliban does not hand the base back to the United States is bluster without substance. Trump has built his political persona on sounding tough while avoiding the very measures that would … [Read more...] about Trump’s Empty Threat on Bagram
Why Regime Change in Venezuela Could Be the Right Move
The United States has long debated where to apply its geopolitical weight most effectively. While past administrations flirted with symbolic gestures—such as the Trump-era proposal to “buy Greenland” from Denmark—today’s strategic environment demands a more hard-edged recalibration. Venezuela presents itself as a far more practical and consequential theater of action. Unlike … [Read more...] about Why Regime Change in Venezuela Could Be the Right Move