The 7 October Hamas attack on Israel and the subsequent brutal Israeli military campaign on Gaza beg the question: Can mutual animosity between Israel and the Arab world ever be resolved?

While the images of Israel's brutal bombing campaign in Gaza are gut-wrenching, there is an opportunity in every crisis. Now more than ever, it shows the need for a viable Palestinian state.

The Syria and Ukraine crises show that if refugees are from the 'right' place and the 'right' conflict, then the welcome mats are rolled out.

The Kingdom's domestic revolution also requires a revolution in its external relationships to reflect these changes.

A reading on Israel's objectives in its new war on Gaza

While the Middle East has a track record of leaving conflicts unresolved, could this chapter be one that could reshape history and break with past patterns of conflict resolution?

History has proven that cutting separate peace deals with Israel has not led to a comprehensive and lasting peace for the region. The potential of a Saudi-Israel normalisation opens a new door.

Erdoğan must carefully weigh his supporters' deep emotions toward the Palestinian cause with the realpolitik benefits of improved relations with Israel.

There is consensus that the regular army needs to be purged of political influence. Progress depends on reaching an agreement on what to do about the Rapid Support Forces, and justice must be served.

Reading the diplomatic signals being sent will be key to whatever unfolds next in Gaza. Al Majalla reviews international and regional positions being taken and the limits being set.