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Middle East

Lebanon’s energy crisis fuels US-Iran tensions

In the midst of an economic collapse and an energy crisis, Lebanon has found itself in a tug of war between the United States and Iran.

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Washington Politics

The 'Caesar Act' has no teeth and is not about Assad

This new round of sanctions is targeted at anyone doing business with Bashar al-Assad, including Lebanon, a country that's already dealing with economic crisis of its own.

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Middle East

The Israeli annexation plan and Jordan’s West Bank moment

Jordan's reaction to Israel's looming annexation of parts of the West Bank might redefine the kingdom’s relations with both Israel and the United States.

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Middle East

Iran is running a custom-made strategy in the Levant

Since the killing of Qassem Soleimani, Iran has shifted to a custom-made strategy that mixes political and military tactics in Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq.

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Middle East

The muted Arab attempt to restore influence in Syria

Key Arab countries are attempting to regain influence in Syria, but because of U.S.-Russian tension their diplomatic success might end up being limited.