Iraqi Christians feel pressure as Iran-backed militia dominance grows
Analysts say Beijing is opting for a policy of continued non-involvement in the Middle East unless its energy interests are at stake
The experts, however, warn the continuation and spread of the war could backfire on Tehran’s efforts
As tit-for-tat attacks continue, neither side wants to be seen backing down
Raising their Gulf profile and maintaining and expanding their power within Yemen may be goals
Analysts say increased border attacks and targeted assassinations are raising the risk of wider conflict
The US sees creation of a Palestinian state as necessary for Middle East peace
Analysts see proposed plans providing needed investment for Africa, possibly stemming illegal migration to Europe
Observers see tightening crackdown on Catholic Church by government of President Daniel Ortega who regards it as an opposition force
Army commander’s reappointment a stabilizing influence but may not stop Gaza conflict spread
As anger grows on the Arab street over civilian casualties and enormous destruction, Arab leaders worry that the security of their countries and, potentially, the entire region, is increasingly at risk
Analysts see powerful Lebanese militia engaging in psychological warfare, saying it is keeping options open for wider conflict
But they say the stakes would be high for Lebanon and Iran if Hezbollah does
Arab analysts say only solution to the Palestinian crisis is political
Analysts say summit in Jordan between US President Joe Biden and Arab leaders, now canceled, could have helped further cement humanitarian corridor for Gaza
Calling for peace, Pope Francis said war doesn’t solve problems but destroys the future
As the Israel-Hamas war rages, a commemorative march for Rome's Jewish Holocaust victims calls attention to all victims of conflict
Observers point to shortage of intel on Gaza, too few troops on the border, and an underestimation of danger as causes for Hamas incursions at start of hostilities
A jump in the number Syrians entering Lebanon via illegal crossings along the northern and eastern borders fuels anti-immigrant sentiments
They see Saudi demands for security, nuclear development from the U.S. as exceeding normalization
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