Israel
Jerusalem unrest is unlikely to spark new intifada
Concerns are growing that the holy sites in Jerusalem may once again provide the spark for a Palestinian uprising
PalestiniansEgypt counter-insurgency risks stoking Sinai violence
Violence in the Sinai is escalating, with implications for security in the mainland and Gaza's reconstruction.
EgyptSweden will be EU outlier in Palestine recognition
Sweden will likely stand alone in its decision yesterday to recognise Palestine
EUUS-Israeli relations will become more strained in 2015
Washington may apply greater political pressure to Israel in 2015
IsraelIsrael's populist budget will face austerity pressures
2015 budget reflects political calculations more than economic realities
IsraelRisk of Syrian jihadist attack on Israel is growing
Israel is no longer able to contain the spill-over from Syria's civil war
IsraelStalemate presages new Israeli-Palestinian escalation
Political obstacles block efforts to resolve Gaza's humanitarian crisis and resume the peace process with Israel
PalestiniansMiddle East activism will expand as conflicts multiply
Middle East activism will expand as conflicts multiply
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