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The Gaza conflict is shaping up to be a pivotal issue in the upcoming U.S. presidential election, highlighting deep divides within American society and the Democratic Party in particular. Voters across the country are increasingly examining candidates’ positions on the Middle East, with Arab and Muslim American communities, especially in swing states, playing a key role. As calls for a ceasefire grow louder, many U.S. voters are focusing on candidates’ stances on humanitarian issues and Palestinian rights. This focus could influence the election outcome and potentially shift the U.S. approach to foreign policy in the region. With election day approaching, pressure mounts on candidates to address this escalating crisis, as voters demand clear commitments on the issue.

Operation "Al-Aqsa Flood" made Iran feel proud and victorious and has given it the belief that it can pressure Israel. However, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced his country's ability to carry out any military operation inside Iran or against the factions of the "Axis of Resistance." Ahmad Abdel Rahman writes that Iran's deterrent power seems to have collapsed.

The situation in Gaza remains dire as political fragmentation continues to hinder efforts for stability and reconstruction. The longstanding divide between Hamas and the Palestinian Authority (PA) is deepened by Israel's ongoing military actions, leaving Gaza devastated and its future uncertain. International mediators, including Egypt and Qatar, have tried to bridge the divide, but mistrust persists. Attempts at unity, such as the 2024 agreements in Beijing and Moscow, have yet to yield a functional, unified leadership. With the war's destruction, Gaza’s governance remains fragmented, delaying much-needed humanitarian aid and reconstruction.