Although Kurds have yet to achieve statehood, this doesn't mean they never will. One critical component still exists to perhaps have a state one day: the continued existence of the Kurdish people.

Interesting analysis from a seasoned observer suggests that the Syrians could be eyeing a bigger prize, but adds that this will only transpire if Iran is allowed to join in.

Hezbollah shows no sign of wanting a war. Israel shows no sign of leaving it alone. For an Israeli prime minister under pressure over Gaza, an escalation to Israel's north could be handy.

Any drone technology the PKK obtains will probably not present a significant challenge to Turkish drones.

The Kremlin may no longer be able to concentrate all its resources solely on winning the war in Ukraine

Netanyahu's attempt to defund the international body tasked with safeguarding Palestinian refugees puts their future into focus—one where children are not educated in UN classrooms but on the streets.

Palestinian Authority rule in Gaza is the best out of a string of not-so-great options. Regardless, the situation will be bleak for the foreseeable future.

The persistent lack of economic opportunities and domestic instability will continue to drive young Syrian men to be utilised as commodities for export to other conflict zones

Ramadan series have become the latest vessels of political messaging, because of the huge audiences that tune in. Viewers looking for accuracy should refer to books.

With all of Iran's investment in its so-called axis of resistance, the Palestinians have yet to reap the rewards of this alleged support

The freshly-elected Russian president is expected to use his emphatic victory to bolster Moscow's faltering war effort in Ukraine

In the aftermath of al-Assad's brutality, it was easy to condemn and shun Syria. Today, the situation is much more complex, with many actors pursuing multiple agendas.