Tag: Gaza

Saudi Arabia’s Diplomatic Strategy in the Israel-Gaza Conflict: Navigating Complexity with Prudence
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Saudi Arabia’s Diplomatic Strategy in the Israel-Gaza Conflict: Navigating Complexity with Prudence

Riyadh's leadership in regional diplomacy and its strategic calculations regarding normalization with Israel will continue to shape the trajectory of events in the Middle East. Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman's reaffirmation of the kingdom's support for a two-state solution underscores Riyadh's commitment to a just and lasting resolution to the conflict. The kingdom's efforts to resolve regional conflicts, including the ongoing crisis in Gaza, reflect its broader commitment to stability and prosperity in the Middle East. Amidst the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, Saudi Arabia finds itself at the centre of a delicate diplomatic position, balancing domestic sentiment, regional geopolitics, and its strategic interests. As the conflict persists, Riyadh's approach reflects a nuanced stra...
Understanding Multifaceted African Response to the Israeli-Palestine Conflict
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Understanding Multifaceted African Response to the Israeli-Palestine Conflict

The African response to the Israeli-Gaza conflict is multifaceted, reflecting historical alliances, diplomatic considerations, and evolving geopolitical dynamics. African countries that previously recognized Israel have now opposed Israel's actions in Gaza and this was reflected in the United Nations General Assembly vote on a humanitarian truce. The nations of the continent navigate a delicate balance between expressing solidarity with the Palestinian cause and maintaining diverse international relations. The ongoing Israeli war on Gaza has sparked diverse reactions across the African continent, highlighting the complexities of diplomatic relations, historical alliances, and regional dynamics. While it is challenging to generalize African public opinion due to a lack of c...
Israel-Palestine Dispute – Need For A Multifaceted Approach To A Regional Discord
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Israel-Palestine Dispute – Need For A Multifaceted Approach To A Regional Discord

The continued control of Hamas over the region could potentially exacerbate the existing economic challenges, leading to detrimental ramifications for the populace. An unequivocal demarcation of the two regions seems imperative, rendering the successful implementation of a two-state model unfeasible and prompting consideration for a three-state framework. Any solution entailing the legitimisation of Hamas's authority over the Gaza Strip will pose a potential threat to Israel's national security and territorial integrity. The conflict between Israel and Palestine has undergone several phases, each imbuing it with distinctive complexities. Originating as a dispute between Zionism and Palestinian nationalism, the conflict primarily revolved around land ownership. Over time, the Palest...
Israel’s Military Campaign against Islamic Jihad in Gaza – Can it Change the Dynamics of the Region?
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Israel’s Military Campaign against Islamic Jihad in Gaza – Can it Change the Dynamics of the Region?

This campaign comes at a time the Israeli government is at a political crossroads and is struggling to implement judicial reform while the cost of living keeps rising. Members of Netanyahu's cabinet have steadfastly demanded that the IDF continue operations until all of Israel's adversaries have been defeated. In order to lessen the threat Iran and its allies pose, Israel is perfectly content to use limited and asymmetrical attacks. Although "Operation Shield and Arrow" used modern tactics, it was reminiscent of a more traditional style of warfare. A targeted strike on targets in northern and southern Gaza was started by forty Israeli aircraft early on Tuesday. The attacks claimed the lives of ten people, including three senior commanders of the extremist Palestinian Islamic Jihad...