Obama makes case for 'decisive' but 'limited' action on Syria President Obama has said the military action he is considering for Syria will not deeply involve the US in the conflict, but will "have a positive impact on our national security over the long term." Syria
Israel’s agreement on Gaza must come from Abbas Four conditions are indispensable to ending Gaza's agony that, if met, will make it “obvious that Hamas’ way of terror brought nothing but devastation” and the way of Ramallah, negotiation and not violence “is the way for the Palestinian people to achieve its rights.” Palestine
Erdogan uses Gaza as a campaign tool Though Israel’s Gaza operation is a central theme in its presidential campaign, Turkey remains largely irrelevant in efforts to end the fighting. Palestine
Gaza war stifles democracy in Israel The current Israel-Hamas conflict has generated an aggressive political patriotic discourse in Israel that has taken a heavy toll on Israeli democracy, in which those who dare to oppose the operation are expected to keep silent. Palestine
UAE tries to scuttle Qatar-Saudi reconciliation There are signs that ties between Qatar and Saudi Arabia are improving, but the United Arab Emirates is maintaining a hard-line position on Doha, threatening Gulf reconciliation. Saudi Arabia
Gaza war was built on lies Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly made accusations without providing evidence that helped lead to the Gaza war. Palestine
Turkish stock market gains 40% in six months The Istanbul stock exchange has been the most profitable investment instrument in Turkey since the beginning of the year, followed by Turkish lira deposits and bonds. Turkey
Egypt squanders Gaza war opportunities Unlike during previous wars in the Gaza Strip, Egypt — distracted by its own internal affairs — is isolated politically while its Gazan neighbors across the border in Rafah find themselves in a dire situation. Palestine
Saudi Arabia losing influence in Yemen Saudi Arabia once enjoyed unrivalled influence in Yemen, but the transition of power and breakdown of state have allowed other foreign powers, particularly Qatar and Iran, to get a stake in Yemeni affairs. Saudi Arabia
Rouhani slams Israel for 'genocide' in Gaza At a meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said that Israel's policy is simply to eradicate the Palestinians. Palestine
Never ask me about peace again A first-hand account of the aftermath of an Israeli strike that killed nine members of the author's family. Palestine
Gazans irritated as Turkey focuses only on Hamas While some Gazans see Turkey as a true supporter of Gaza, others see it as a supporter of only Hamas and question Turkey’s sincerity. Palestine
16 days in: Iran, Hezbollah break silence on Gaza Iran and Hezbollah delay their response in support of the Palestinian resistance. Palestine
Does Netanyahu's political future depend on Hamas? The Israeli prime minister is on shaky ground after acting against the will of his electorate concerning Gaza, but he has a historic opportunity to recreate himself as a leader by spearheading fresh new diplomatic moves that appeal to the Israeli center. Palestine
Arsal clashes a threat to Lebanon's future The outcome of the clashes in Arsal between the Lebanese army and fundamentalists supporting the Syrian opposition may hold the key to how Lebanon can resolve its political crises. Lebanon
Israeli withdrawal will leave Hamas empty-handed Contrary to the two previous conflicts with Israel — when Hamas depicted the outcome as a great achievement — this time, the number of casualties and the destruction in the Gaza Strip will not allow it to claim victory. Palestine