democracy

Israel ranked last in 2024 Nation Brands Index, launches rebranding plan

In response to the ranking, Brand IL launched a $100m rebranding campaign to reverse negative perceptions of Israel.

Lack of voting opportunities, calls for reforms to strengthen Israel’s democracy

The study notes that Israel stands apart from developed democracies by offering citizens only two direct voting opportunities.

How to pave Iran's path to freedom

With careful planning, a transition commission has the potential to inspire confidence and contribute to a more democratic and prosperous Iran, benefitting the Middle East and the wider world.

By NAZANIN AFSHIN-JAM MACKAY
16/01/2025

Israel's soldiers are selfless, civil, patriotic. Israel's politicians are the opposite

Is this the kind of politics we want? Are these the kind of leaders we deserve? What kind of moral maggots represent us?

08/01/2025

Knesset's streak of anti-democratic legislation goes against the public's will

Are Israelis interested in legislation that threatens to violate fundamental rights and undermine the functioning and independence of various institutions and organizations?

By ASIF EFRAT
07/01/2025

How will opposition groups shape post-Islamic regime Iran?

A democratic Iran is not only the aspiration of its people but also a strategic necessity for the international community. 

By AIDIN PANAHI
01/01/2025

Individuals leaving Israel should not face criticism

One of the basic rights of the individual in a liberal democracy is the right to emigrate. Anyone who finds the situation unbearable has the right to leave without being branded a traitor.

Can secular Israel survive as the country marches into an extreme Messianic Age?

According to lawyer Yair Nehorai, Messianic Judaism is on the ascendancy and is in danger of taking over our police, army, and fragile democracy itself.

'There won't be a State of Israel': Will internal strife lead another Jewish state to ruin?

Both Solomon’s kingdom and the Hasmonean dynasty were beset by internal strife in their fourth quarters, allowing external enemies to destroy the Jewish state. That pattern is happening again.

28/12/2024

Europe can succeed in an uncertain world, but it has to rethink the way it operates

To demonstrate leadership, Europe must form agile alliances among its states to promote research, innovation, and joint ventures.

By MARIA VASSALOU
24/12/2024
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