The Middle East May Never Be the Same

Hamas' attack on Israel, akin to Israel's 9/11, shifts Middle East geopolitics regardless of the outcome.

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Hamas attack and Israel's response raise doubts about the sustainability of regional de-escalation efforts.

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The attack challenges Netanyahu's idea that Israeli occupation of Palestinian lands can be sustained indefinitely.

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Iran sees Palestinian offensive as vindication and warned against normalizing relations with Israel, predicting harm.

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Hamas received support, possibly from Iran, but their actions align with their goals, not just Iranian interests.

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Hezbollah fired rockets at Shebaa Farms, provoking Israeli retaliation with armed drones after a border incident.

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Saudi statement links Hamas attack to conditions for recognizing Israel in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Israel's minister's Saudi visit and climate conference attendance halted by the ongoing fighting.

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