In the ruins of an ancient village near the Jordanian border, researchers have unearthed the oldest metal object yet discovered in the Middle East. 

Peacekeeping forces have a long history of impotence—and not just in the Middle East; Israel should never become dependent on them.

If U.S.-trained Iraqis won’t fight ISIS to protect their own country, who can expect U.S.-trained Palestinians to fight fellow Arabs to protect Israel? 

Contrary to the claims of some commentators, Israel cannot surrender the Jordan valley without fatally compromising its national security.