The Structural Trap: How Iran’s Degraded Deterrence Heightens Escalation Risk Without a Clear Path to War

Eight months post-June 2025 Twelve-Day War, the Middle East lingers in armed stability: exhaustion and uncertainty, neither peace nor war. Israel's surprise strikes destroyed 35-45% of Iran's ballistic missile stockpile and eliminated key military leaders. The United States bombed three Iranian nuclear sites. Iran retaliated with over 550 ballistic missiles and 1,000 suicide drones targeting … Continue reading The Structural Trap: How Iran’s Degraded Deterrence Heightens Escalation Risk Without a Clear Path to War

Gaza Unlocked

"For over a decade, two million Palestinians in Gaza have lived under a brutal military blockade imposed by Israel.  Media stories about Gaza primarily focus on violence and politics, while stories of how the blockade impacts everyday life remain largely untold. Gaza Unlocked gives you access to first-hand accounts from Palestinians living in Gaza, information … Continue reading Gaza Unlocked