October 1, 2024 Since October 7, 2023, Qatar has been one of the few states relentlessly leading mediation efforts in an attempt to end Israel’s genocide on Gaza, mainly by leveraging its close ties with major relevant parties such as Hamas, Iran, and the US.
October 1, 2024 Iran's response to the assassination of Ismael Haniyeh on their ground was highly anticipated and bore a striking resemblance to the former’s attack in April. A massive missile barrage, launched directly from Iranian soil, targeted Israel, underscoring Iran's military readiness and preparedness for this type of conflict. Notably, the strike was aimed exclusively at military installations, with careful measures taken to avoid civilian
October 1, 2024 A full-scale regional conflict has been looming in the Middle East for some time, driven by multiple flashpoints such as the Israel-Iran rivalry, ongoing tensions in Lebanon, and the war in Gaza. As tensions escalate, the risk of regional conflict grows, particularly due to the involvement of proxy forces and the volatile geopolitical landscape.
October 1, 2024 The world currently has its eyes fixed on the Arab Gulf states in the aftermath of the Iranian attacks on Israel. While Gaza genocide initially appeared geographically distant from the Gulf, the recent escalation has positioned the Gulf states in the war zone.
October 1, 2024 Two weeks prior to the Hamas led attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a map of the ‘New Middle East’ at the United Nations General Assembly on the 22nd of September, 2023. The New Middle East map portrays the Israeli State, with no reference to the Palestinian territories of the West Bank and Gaza.