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Why is Israel bombing Syria?

Why is Israel bombing Syria?

Syria’s foreign ministry says a number of soldiers and civilians have been killed by coordinated Israeli drone attacks and airstrikes near the two...

16.07.2025 10

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The US has high hopes for a new Gaza ceasefire, but Israel’s long-term aims seem far less peaceful

The US has high hopes for a new Gaza ceasefire, but Israel’s long-term aims seem far less peaceful

President Trump is talking up a proposed 60-day ceasefire deal in Gaza. But recent history shows a truce is unlikely to lead to lasting peace.

08.07.2025 3

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Will the fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel hold? One factor could be crucial to it sticking

Mutual deterrence may prevent a longer war for now, but the balance remains precarious and could collapse with little warning.

24.06.2025 3

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Iran and Israel agree to a fragile ceasefire. One factor could be crucial to it sticking

Mutual deterrence may prevent a longer war for now, but the balance remains precarious and could collapse with little warning.

24.06.2025 4

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Who are Iran’s allies? And would any help if the US joins Israel in its war?

While Iran’s proxy network of paramilitary groups has been decimated, it still have powerful friends.

19.06.2025 20

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As war breaks out with Israel, Iran has run out of good options

After such a devastating attack from Israel, Iran’s leaders see no choice but to fight back. Any sign of weakness would severely undermine the...

14.06.2025 6

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After mass killings in Syria, can a fragmented country stay united?

The violence in Syria in recent days has shown how difficult it will be to unite a fractured country with deeply held grievances.

11.03.2025 20

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Can Syria avoid becoming another Libya or Iraq? A week after Assad’s fall, here are 3 possible futures

After the fall of the Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria, the world was moved by emotional scenes of liberation — families reuniting after years of...

17.12.2024 7

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Bashar al-Assad ’s regime has fallen in Syria. How will this change the Middle East?

The swift and unexpected fall of the Syrian capital, Damascus, to Sunni opposition forces marks a pivotal moment in the modern history of the...

09.12.2024 7

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Bashar al-Assad ’s regime has fallen in Syria. How will this impact an already fractured region?

The swift and unexpected fall of the Syrian capital, Damascus, to Sunni opposition forces marks a pivotal moment in the modern history of the...

08.12.2024 20

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Will Trump renew ‘maximum pressure’ against Iran – or could there be an opening for dialogue?

With Donald Trump returning to the White House, the relationship between the US and Iran could change significantly. Trump’s unconventional foreign...

16.11.2024 3

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As its conflict with Israel escalates, could Iran now acquire a nuclear bomb?

As Israel continues its assault on Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iran appears increasingly backed into a corner. Israel’s efforts to weaken Iran’s proxy...

14.10.2024 3

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With Hezbollah now severely weakened, could a threatened Iran acquire a nuclear bomb?

As Israel continues its assault on Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iran appears increasingly backed into a corner. Israel’s efforts to weaken Iran’s proxy...

11.10.2024 3

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As the conflicts in the Middle East dramatically escalate, could Iran acquire a nuclear bomb?

As Israel continues its assault on Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iran appears increasingly backed into a corner. Israel’s efforts to weaken Iran’s proxy...

11.10.2024 2

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Iran has vowed ‘harsh punishment’ for Ismail Haniyeh’s killing, but how likely is all-out war with Israel?

Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has vowed to inflict “harsh punishment” on Israel in retaliation for the assassination of the top...

01.08.2024 1

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