Hugh Lovatt, a Middle East analyst at the European Council on Foreign Relations, stressed that some groups considered proxies of Iran, notably Hamas, were more independent of the regime than is often
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Dbeibah is showing his muscles and proving that he can no longer be intimidated by military actors
From Shock And Awe To Stability And Flaws: Iraq’s Post-Invasion Journey – Analysis
I tend to disagree with the prevailing opinion suggesting that a multipolar Middle East could be positive, and that peaceful coexistence with Russia and China in the region is feasible
Libya remains an unresolved chapter and, until state authority is restored, efforts towards achieving country stability and promoting investments are likely to face significant problems
When confronted with the choice of either returning [to Syria] or fleeing to a third country, many might consider the latter, and Europe is a top choice
Zelensky’s attendance serves as a counterbalance to the presence of the Syrian leader al-Assad, and allows the Saudis to display their interest in the concerns of the Western world
If Haftar is welcomed as a political representative, he will likely ask for something political in exchange, and this could ultimately disrupt UN mediation efforts in the long term
Nearly all political parties, with the exception of pro-Kurdish HDP, are running on a platform for voluntary or involuntary repatriation of Syrians
This sets a precedent of impunity for war crimes, the effect of which can reverberate around the world, all the way to Russia and Ukraine