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A War on the Horizon? Regional Powers Brace for Impact
Middle East on Edge: Egypt, Israel, and the Geopolitical Chessboard of 2025
A major armed conflict threatens to emerge between Egypt and Israel. The three elements of military developments and political transformations along with regional coalition movements collectively shape a delicate situation in the region. The rising conflict in Gaza along with political instability in Libya and disputes in Jordan continue fueling the disorder. The unclear destiny emerges from the active participation of Turkiye and the Muslim Brotherhood as well as major global powers. Different aspects of the crisis show themselves in military, political, economic and humanitarian dimensions.
What clarity do we have about the future projections of this situation?
Military Buildup and Strategic Maneuvers
The Egyptian military has stepped up its operations near its Israel border. Evidence shows military forces deployed by Cairo near the Sinai Peninsula according to security assessments of Israeli activities targeting Gaza (Abdul 23). Israel under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu maintains its defenses in heightened states to counter Hamas threats and observe any movements made by Egypt. The situation has captured Jordanian…
