Both groups have faced military onslaughts and existential threats, one survived to return to power and the other is now showing its resilience

Houssam Itani

Even if Israel destroyed Hamas's infrastructure in Gaza, it would not be able to curb the militant group's popularity that has surged on the back of the hostage exchange deal

Con Coughlin

The world watched an old-style boardroom coup and counter-coup in a cutting-edge industry that could change humanity. It ended in triumph for some familiar forces: shareholders and the profit motive.

Khaled Kassar

Even before the shock of 7 October, the military was gravely concerned about the impact of the right-wing government's judicial reforms on national unity. A blame game afterwards made relations worse.

Wahid Abdel Maguid

headliThe option to continue aggression on Gaza could ignite further violence in the West Bank and neighbouring areas, potentially destabilising the entire region.ne

Ibrahim Hamidi

Subdued and sorrowful, then pledging to be 'transparent and enigmatic' this is a leader in the middle of a delicate balancing act, at Iran's behest

Badia Fahs

The faction presiding over the widespread destruction and human suffering in Palestine think it has won, while their legitimacy to rule is also in ruins

Houssam Itani

The hostages crisis highlights the deep political divisions that have arisen in Israel over how to resolve the issue.

Con Coughlin

Who is responsible for the attack, and how did it manage to reach its target without triggering alarms?

Haid Haid

The US expressed interest in planning for "The Day After" in Gaza post-war, whereas Arab countries were focused on advocating for an "immediate cessation" of the ongoing war.

Ibrahim Hamidi

There is a simplistic and unhelpful question asked periodically in a complex region and it reveals a lack of understanding that fosters crisis

Houssam Itani

Palestinians are forced into a relentless struggle for survival, and their strength is not solely driven by love and desire; it's a response to the harsh reality imposed upon them.

Maysaa Shuja Al-Deen