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What Lies Behind Turkey’s Mediation Efforts in the Middle East?

14 February 2026

Behind Turkey’s mediation initiatives between the United States and Iran, as well as in other arenas, officials in Jerusalem and Western capitals identify a broader strategy aimed at managing regional risks, strengthening Turkey’s international standing, and advancing a neo-Ottoman vision. At its core stands President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s ambition to establish Turkey as an unavoidable regional power.

How Does Hamas Plan to Maintain Control of the Gaza Strip?

5 February 2026

The Lebanon Model in Gaza
Hamas is working to remain the dominant military force in the Gaza Strip behind the scenes, alongside a formal civilian administration, in order to ensure full control for years to come.

Iran Backs Khalil al-Hayya’s Candidacy for Chairman of Hamas’s Political Bureau

8 January 2026

Behind the scenes of Hamas’s internal elections, Iran has identified Khalil al-Hayya as a key figure in the movement’s leadership, one capable of preserving deterrence and sustaining the armed struggle against Israel.

Why Did the PA President Reinstated Nasser al-Kidwa into Fatah?

21 October 2025

Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud Abbas’s decision to reinstate Nasser al-Kidwa, the nephew of Yasser Arafat, into Fatah marks a clear attempt to project openness and reform within the movement amid growing international pressure and calls to renew the PA’s legitimacy.

The return of the veteran diplomat is expected to strengthen Fatah’s standing both domestically and internationally, pave the way for potential reconciliation with Hamas, and serve as a response to mounting criticism of Abbas’s centralized and allegedly corrupt leadership in Ramallah.

Hamas’s Strategy: Survival at All Costs

10 June 2025

Senior security officials state that Hamas is facing an unprecedented strategic crisis, yet it is determined to survive in the Gaza Strip at any cost and refuses to surrender.

Could the Possible Assassination of Mohammed Sinwar Advance a Hostage Deal?

14 May 2025

The defense establishment assesses that the likelihood is increasing that Mohammed Sinwar was indeed killed in the Israeli Air Force strike in Khan Younis.
A senior security official estimates that it is still too early to determine how the assassination attempt will impact the negotiations for the release of the hostages.

King Abdullah Has Had Enough of the Muslim Brotherhood

4 May 2025

Senior security officials report significant unrest in the Jordanian street following the government’s decision to outlaw the Muslim Brotherhood movement.
They warn that the Brotherhood might be forced underground and could intensify its subversive activities against King Abdullah.
According to these officials, the King is also considering declaring the Brotherhood’s political wing a terrorist organization or dissolving Parliament and calling for new elections.

Hamas Prepared for the Collapse of the Hostage Deal and Resumption of Fighting

24 February 2025

Hamas and Islamic Jihad anticipate that the ongoing hostage deal will soon collapse due to Israel’s stance and the support of the Trump administration. In response, they are coordinating with Iran to prepare for renewed fighting.

Trump Breaks the Taboo: Transfer Returns to Political Discourse

13 February 2025

Israel’s security establishment is preparing to implement President Donald Trump’s immigration plan, which would allow residents of the Gaza Strip to leave voluntarily for destinations abroad.
Trump has dismantled long-standing taboos surrounding the Palestinian issue, granting renewed legitimacy to the term “transfer.”

President Trump Stands Firmly with Israel Against Hamas

11 February 2025

President Trump has taken an unequivocal stance in support of Israel following Hamas’s announcement that it is postponing the release of Israeli hostages.
In response, Trump has threatened severe consequences if the hostages are not freed, declaring, “If all the hostages are not released by Saturday at 12:00 noon, I would cancel the ceasefire and let all hell break loose.”

hamas

What Lies Behind Turkey’s Mediation Efforts in the Middle East?

How Does Hamas Plan to Maintain Control of the Gaza Strip?

Iran Backs Khalil al-Hayya’s Candidacy for Chairman of Hamas’s Political Bureau

Why Did the PA President Reinstated Nasser al-Kidwa into Fatah?

Hamas’s Strategy: Survival at All Costs

Could the Possible Assassination of Mohammed Sinwar Advance a Hostage Deal?

King Abdullah Has Had Enough of the Muslim Brotherhood

Hamas Prepared for the Collapse of the Hostage Deal and Resumption of Fighting

Trump Breaks the Taboo: Transfer Returns to Political Discourse

President Trump Stands Firmly with Israel Against Hamas

What Lies Behind Turkey’s Mediation Efforts in the Middle East?

How Does Hamas Plan to Maintain Control of the Gaza Strip?

Iran Backs Khalil al-Hayya’s Candidacy for Chairman of Hamas’s Political Bureau

Why Did the PA President Reinstated Nasser al-Kidwa into Fatah?

Hamas’s Strategy: Survival at All Costs

Could the Possible Assassination of Mohammed Sinwar Advance a Hostage Deal?

King Abdullah Has Had Enough of the Muslim Brotherhood

Hamas Prepared for the Collapse of the Hostage Deal and Resumption of Fighting

Trump Breaks the Taboo: Transfer Returns to Political Discourse

President Trump Stands Firmly with Israel Against Hamas

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