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The likely triggers for war between Israel and Iran will spring from chaos in Syria
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Middle East tensions are greater than at any time since the end of the cold war
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View ArticleMohammed bin Salman’s triumphal tour masks mis-steps at home
The crown prince’s relentless efforts to rebrand Saudi Arabia has sown bitter seeds
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An attack on Hizbollah could trigger an uncontrollable chain reaction
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Sisi’s intolerance of dissent has swept aside both opponents and political failures
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A western response should dent Assad’s invulnerability and that of Moscow and Tehran
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Pulling troops out could further unravel a ruined country bordering five western-aligned nations
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EU efforts to preserve nuclear restraint agreement may not be enough
View ArticleErdogan moves quickly to strengthen his grip on power
The Turkish president’s anxiety for a vote suggests its result may not be inevitable
View ArticleTrump and Netanyahu miss the real threats posed by Iran
Elections in Iraq and Lebanon will cement Tehran’s influence in the Middle East
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Iran-backed movement will trumpet legitimacy for position won through force of arms
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