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The various political parties in the country are a reflection of the fractious nature of its politics that is split around dozens of sects and persuasions

The anger until now has simmered over domestic issues, but Tehran has enough reasons to worry about the latest uprising

Amman has made it clear that there will be no diplomatic niceties unless a closure is allowed by Tel Aviv to the recent murders by an Israeli embassy guard

Stereotypes of Palestinians that Israel spent the best part of the last 70 years building in western countries are systematically coming apart

The EU can show its clout, political dexterity and negotiating skills by turning things around in the region

Eastern Ghouta is the latest example of the war’s tragic outcome as civilians continue to experience unspeakable suffering and bloodshed

The Russian president is building further on his policies as he seeks to place Moscow at the centre of the politics in the region

Ankara’s proximity to Russia riles Europe, Nato and America, as Erdogan gambles on reining in Iran’s ambitions in Syria

Tehran’s expansionist designs have paved the way for stockpiling of weapons in the Middle East

All the parties will try to turn their gains into ministerial berths in the next government and Hariri will be watching them with keen interest

If the political leaders do not act fast enough, the demonstration could quickly spiral out of control

It shows that the war in Syria is nowhere near its end while human suffering and displacement continue unabated