1. Biden and Netanyahu Discuss Israel’s $10B US Military Aid Request – Axios, Barak Ravid reports on their talks. Israel worries the Gaza conflict may strain alliances and prolong dismantling Hamas. Biden is concerned about Hezbollah’s potential involvement. (Source: Axios, Barak Ravid)
2. Crisis in the Middle East: Global Impact of Israel-Hamas Conflict – Harsh V. Pant, ORF, discusses the Middle East crisis following Hamas’ strike on Israel. Moscow and Beijing’s shift away from Tel Aviv has global implications. (Source: Harsh V. Pant, ORF)
3. Biden’s Middle East Visit Highlights US Diplomacy Challenges – Dr. Leslie Vinjamuri, Chatham House, emphasizes the need for increased US public diplomacy to unite Europe and implement humanitarian measures in the region. (Source: Dr. Leslie Vinjamuri, Chatham House)
4. Gaza Ceasefire Amid Western Caution and Potential for Regional Understanding – The situation in Gaza remains fragile after a hospital blast. A potential Saudi-Iranian rapprochement offers hope for regional understanding. (Source: Not specified)
6. Gaza Hospital Blast Risks Regional Instability and Rise of Radical Groups – Stratfor’s assessment suggests US support for Israel may escalate regional unrest, potentially aiding groups like al Qaeda and Islamic State. Iran and Hezbollah may be motivated to intervene. (Source: Stratfor)
5. China’s BRI Shifts Focus to ‘Small and Beautiful’ Projects – Guangyi Pan discusses China’s Belt and Road Initiative’s recent shift in emphasis. Xi Jinping promotes “soft links” for norm dissemination and institution building. (Source: Guangyi Pan, AIIA)