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Hamas aims to burnish credentials in Palestinian Gaza
The recent theft of trucks transporting aid to Gazans underscores the extent of insecurity pervading the territory
PalestiniansOman’s reform programme will strengthen further
The latest IMF statement highlights the positive progress made on reforms
OmanHamas ties may become a burden for Turkey
Turkish sources denied reports that Hamas moved its political office to the country
TurkeyGulf leaders will try to moderate Trump's policies
The Gulf states' stance on regional security issues, especially Iran, has changed significantly since 2016
Gulf statesIran will use regional ties to offset Trump’s policies
US President-elect Donald Trump is likely to reinstate his policy of maximum pressure on Tehran
IranNew ceasefire proposal will face Lebanese resistance
Reports are suggesting a renewed push to end the war in Lebanon
LebanonLebanon’s economy will takes decades to recover
The World Bank estimates that losses and damages total at least USD8.2bn between October 8 2023 and October 27 2024
LebanonQatar-Turkey ties will strengthen even further
New bilateral agreements cover security, trade, humanitarian aid, media and communications and land transportation
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