Opinion

The Middle East is nervously watching for signs of escalation as bloodshed is used yet again to define the future, and both sides take innocent lives.

Widespread global demonstrations, even in the West, over Israel's genocide against Palestinians in Gaza reveal growing support for the Palestinian cause

Moscow anticipates that America's increased presence in the region and its heightened military support for Israel will divert resources away from Ukraine.

Judging by the decidedly uncooperative response he received from his numerous intermediaries, Washington's ability to exercise its influence over events taking place in the region is at a historic low

In this edition, we delve into the human suffering in Gaza, the displaced populations and plans for reshaping the Middle East

Preparations for a full-fledged move into Gaza are of a different magnitude to incursions in 2009 and 2014 ahead of unpredictable urban warfare

Speculation has been rife that Iran would activate its myriad proxy militant groups against Israel, but so far the exchanges have been insignifcant

The West's guilt at the horrendous pogroms in wartime Europe stops it from challenging Israel's attempt to decimate Gaza

The coming weeks or even months will unfold slowly, heavily, and bloodily for Gaza. Only time will tell whether this war will result in collective gain or loss for the Palestinian people.

Images of Gaza's murdered are a testament to the futility of the world, but in its utter silence, they are more. They are thunderous cries against the injustice of the world.

To stand with the Palestinian people and condemn Israeli actions in Gaza, it is vital to reject violence for the sake of violence. Instead, a culture of diplomacy and peace must be pursued.

By blindly doubling down on unconditional support for Israel, Biden is making a strategic error that tarnishes the global image of the United States.