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Disclaimer: These opinion pieces represent the authors’ personal views, and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ÂÜÀò¼ÒÔ° or PAWC.

This piece explores Iran’s cautious yet deliberate involvement in the Israel-Hamas conflict. While Tehran avoids direct military escalation, preferring ideological support toward Hamas (distinct from its direct proxy control of Hezbollah), it provides arms and training selectively — carefully calibrated to avoid triggering broader confrontation under Western pressure.

This article explores how America’s shifting demographics—including growing Arab and Muslim communities and vocal voices like Rep. Rashida Tlaib and Bella Hadid—are influencing public opinion on Israel–Palestine. While Israel still commands strong support, recent upticks in grassroots pro-Palestinian sentiment, particularly on college campuses post-Hamas attack, reflect broader changes in the U.S. societal landscape.

The piece argues that deeply embedded religious-nationalist ideologies on both Israeli and Palestinian sides pose a formidable barrier to peace. Israeli government policies—like the 2018 Nation-State Law and settlement expansion—and steadfast Hamas resistance signal that, without significant ideological shifts, meaningful negotiation remains elusive.

This reflection on Teddy Roosevelt’s legacy portrays him as a pragmatic statesman who embraced realpolitik—pursuing both robust military action (e.g., the Great White Fleet) and diplomatic work (e.g., negotiating peace). Despite his imperialistic inclinations, Roosevelt also championed agreements that maintained global balance.

A personal and scholarly exploration, the author draws on his experience as a sociologist researching terrorism to emphasize how religious convictions can be distorted into justifications for violence — including extremism within one’s own religious tradition—prompting reflection on faith, identity, and radicalization.

Reflecting on the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in 2021, the author recounts the emotional impact of seeing a cause he supported unravel. This story underscores the enduring human and moral dimensions behind geopolitical events, beyond the headlines.

This article details how the PLA examines historical precedents (e.g., D-Day, island battles in the Pacific) to shape its doctrine for Taiwan contingency amphibious operations. Planners are even leveraging civilian maritime resources to supplement military logistics.

Analyzing Russia’s war in Ukraine through mid‑2023, the author posits that despite battlefield losses and Western sanctions, Putin has maintained domestic support and resilience — leading to a prolonged but stable war stalemate, with no quick resolution in sight.