Israeli AutoTech and its potential to advance Middle Eastern diplomacy have taken center stage in a thought-provoking blog by Will F. Simon, an expert in Israeli automotive technology and investment sectors. In his analysis, published in Israel Times Simon argues that technological innovation, particularly in the mobility and automotive industries, could play a transformative role […]
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Writing for the UK-based outlet CapX, RFI’s Miles Windsor recently published a piece applauding the UK government’s reappointment of a special envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, an especially important step given the world’s “bleak and declining” religious freedom landscape. Windsors writes: Given the current state of the geopolitical landscape and the grave implications for minority […]
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, some of his foreign policy advocates are urging him to expand one of his most significant achievements: the Abraham Accords. In a recent opinion piece for Newsweek, Joseph Epstein argued that Trump should seize the opportunity to include Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan—three Muslim-majority, post-Soviet […]
The recent and rapid overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has created a power vacuum in the region, prompting a swift response from the United States. President Joe Biden authorized airstrikes against strategic targets to prevent ISIS from exploiting the instability. While this action is deemed necessary, the Deseret News Editorial Board argues that ensuring […]
A Call for a More Inclusive Understanding In today’s complex world, religious freedom remains a vital but often contested issue. While the right to freedom of religion or belief is enshrined in international law, its practical implementation varies widely across different countries and cultures. Dr. Jaclyn Neo, an associate professor at the National University of […]
In an article for Newsweek, Peter Burns, executive director of the International Religious Freedom Summit, highlights the impact of Donald Trump’s presidency on advancing global religious freedom. As Burns notes, Trump’s leadership marked a turning point, making religious freedom a core aspect of U.S. foreign policy. A Historic Declaration at the United Nations On September […]
In his thought-provoking blog post, The Beginning of Religious Violence—and of Restorative Justice and Forgiveness, Chris Seiple, Ph.D. a renowned strategist and leader in fostering global cohesion, explores the roots of religious conflict and the transformative power of forgiveness. Using the biblical story of Cain and Abel, Seiple reflects on humanity’s inclination toward violence and […]
In an era marked by deep divisions and escalating conflicts, Dennis R. Hoover’s recent article, Christian Peacemaking in a Time of Polarization, offers a timely exploration of how the Christian faith can inspire a path forward. With ongoing crises in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan, and rising polarization in places like the United States, Hoover urges […]
California Pastor Greg Laurie: “God Has Placed Trump in Power for Such a Time as This” November 15, 2024 Prominent California pastor Greg Laurie, of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, has made headlines by declaring his belief that President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory was divinely orchestrated for “such a time as this.” Laurie shared his […]
November 15, 2024 In the wake of his re-election, President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his administration’s strong stance on combating antisemitism and advancing peace in the Middle East. Trump’s policies during his first term, including adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism and brokering the Abraham Accords, have laid the groundwork […]