Iraq balances U.S. pressure and waning Iranian influence; Sudani’s pragmatism offers a path to sovereignty.
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With U.S.-Iran talks stalling, a military strike could reshape the region but risks fragmentation and escalation.
Erdoğan’s visits to Saudi Arabia and Egypt signal deepening strategic coordination, potentially leading to a trilateral alliance.
As Iran’s regime faces its deepest crisis, its strategic partners China and Russia are beginning to hedge.
Only Iran can disarm Hezbollah; any U.S.-Iran deal must require it, or Israel will escalate militarily.
Erdoğan’s visits to Saudi Arabia and Egypt signal Turkey’s strategic return to the Arab heartland, focusing on economic and military ties.
Trump’s demand to reclaim Bagram airbase is unlikely to succeed; China is deeply entrenched and the Taliban cites the Doha Agreement.
Turkey’s ties with China are warming but constrained by Beijing’s investment caution and Ankara’s deep sympathies for the Uyghur diaspora.
Turkey supports curbing Iran’s nuclear program but opposes actions that could collapse the regime or trigger regional instability.
If the U.S. doesn’t strike Iran after dire warnings, it risks emboldening Tehran, disappointing protesters, and damaging American credibility.