PKK withdrawal from Turkey may reinforce its presence in Syria and Iraq.
Lebanon’s reform government falters on Hezbollah disarmament, reconstruction, and economic recovery one year on.
Maliki’s comeback risks U.S. withdrawal, regional isolation, and renewed sectarian strife in Iraq.
Striking Iran would trigger an unconstrained, region-wide war, unlike Trump’s Venezuela model.
UNIFIL’s role in disarming Hezbollah is debated as ineffective by Israel, essential by Lebanon.
Lebanon’s vague Hezbollah disarmament plan needs a firm U.S.-enforced deadline.
Israeli decisions on West Bank land and enforcement edge toward annexation.
Egypt and Turkey forge a strategic alliance, aiming for a new regional axis.
Israel’s Somaliland move secures Red Sea influence but risks major regional instability.
Pakistan’s security role grows, but domestic instability and economic limits challenge its reach.
