Jordan's 1994 peace treaty with Israel remains a cornerstone of regional stability. It has survived two intifadas and recurrent Gaza conflicts, but annexation would push it to the brink

Alice Gower

Frustrated by Putin's refusal to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine, Trump has imposed a new "tremendous" package of sanctions on Russia, which could have a profound impact on its war effort

Con Coughlin

Without intending to, the instigators of the “Al-Aqsa Flood” have inadvertently revived a longstanding dilemma in modern Arab political thought: the…

Houssam Itani

As soon as the Gaza ceasefire came into effect, the 'axis' launched a gaslighting campaign against anyone who dared to challenge its narrative

Alia Mansour

Syria seeks balance and protection; Russia wants permanence and influence. These issues were surely discussed when Sharaa met Putin in Moscow last week.

Ibrahim Hamidi

Just as much as continued commitment from the international community, preventing donor fatigue or diverted resources will require decisive action from Damascus

Haid Haid

The underlying conditions in Palestinian and Lebanese societies that gave rise to groups like Hezbollah and Hamas have never been meaningfully addressed, making any peace deals fragile

Houssam Itani
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Al Majalla contributors Con Coughlin and Christopher Phillips give their opposing takes on multipolarity, citing potential drawbacks and benefits

Al Majalla - London

The Israeli premier's uncompromising attitude threatens the fragile ceasefire that the US president has worked so hard to secure

Con Coughlin

Trump's decision to end the war was driven by Western allies' move to recognise a Palestinian state, and the fact that Israel was becoming a moral liability for the US

Badia Fahs

In the Middle East, every action carries symbolism. Al Majalla explains why Syria's foreign minister's visit via Beirut's national airport matters.

Alia Mansour

Trump returns to the region to celebrate the Gaza truce deal—a region he believed had become part of America's past

Ibrahim Hamidi