These conflicts have escalated with Israel's targeting of Palestinian factions and Iran-backed militias.
Furthermore, Israel's destruction of Syrian military capabilities following the fall of Bashar Al-Assad's regime on 8 December and the occupation of Syrian territories have significant implications for regional stability.
Donald Trump's presidential election victory and his impending return to the White House on 20 January 2025 will significantly impact regional and international dynamics, particularly regarding the Israeli war on Gaza, Iran, and Arab-American relations.
What will be the nature of governance in post-war Gaza, and will Israel withdraw? What is the future of Hamas and the resistance axis? Will Israel declare sovereignty over the West Bank, considering American support? How will the Palestinian Authority's internal dynamics unfold following President Mahmoud Abbas's constitutional declaration on 28 November?
Can Syria achieve stability under the new regime, and will it be accepted regionally and internationally?
Will solutions emerge for crises in Sudan, Libya, Yemen, the Ethiopian dam, and the Red Sea? Can Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, and other countries maintain internal stability amid regional tensions?
Will Iran's nuclear facilities be targeted by Israel and the US, potentially igniting a broader conflict?
Can Israel continue normalizing relations with Arab states, particularly Saudi Arabia? Will President Trump propose new peaceful solutions to regional conflicts, departing from the failed "Deal of the Century"?
The region will likely witness ongoing instability due to Israel's unchecked expansionism and rejection of political solutions to the Palestinian issue. Regional countries' actions contradicting Arab interests may reignite Arab Spring-like movements.
Arab nations must define and protect their national security interests.
The new US administration must prioritize a fair resolution to the Palestinian cause, address regional conflicts, and encourage Arab-American cooperation.
Without addressing these challenges, wars will continue to dominate the Middle East.
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