REGIONAL POLITICS

Jul 11 2025POLITICS

Middle East: Is Peace Really Around the Corner?

The Middle East is a complex place. Some people think it's finally heading towards peace. They point to recent events, like the 12-day war between Israel and Iran. Israel showed off its military strength, hitting Iran's air defenses and nuclear sites. This made Iran weaker and less able to cause trouble. But is this really a sign of lasting peace? Not so fast. Sure,...

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

The Red Sea Showdown: Houthis Stand Tall Amidst US Strikes

The Red Sea has become a hotspot for conflict, with the Houthis in Yemen showing remarkable resilience against US airstrikes. These strikes, aimed at halting Houthi attacks on shipping, have been ongoing for weeks. The Houthis, however, seem undeterred. They began their campaign in support of Palestinians during the Gaza conflict in October 2023. Since then, they hav...

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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

Syria's New Move

Syria's new leadership is making waves. Ahmad al-Sharaa, the country's interim president, touched down in Saudi Arabia. This might be a big change for Saudi Arabia and Syria's relationship. Some believe this visit may relay a turning point in Syria's alliances. Sharaa flew in on a Saudi jet. Fatalities due to the increasingly violent problems in Syria. The inter...

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Israel Faces New Worries in Syria After Assad's Fall

For years, Israel had a clear idea of what to expect from Syria. Now, everything's changed. The sudden collapse of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime has given rise to powerful Sunni extremist groups, like Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, led by Abu Mohammad al-Jolani. This shift might seem like good news for Jerusalem, as it has weakened Iran's presence on the northern ...

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Dec 09 2024POLITICS

Israel Secures Syrian Buffer Zone After Agreement Breaks Down

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has given orders to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to take control of a buffer zone in Syria. This zone, located in Syrian territory, had been demilitarized as per the 1974 Disengagement Agreement. However, Netanyahu announced that this agreement has fallen apart, with Syrian soldiers leaving their posts. The IDF entered th...

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