Are New Regional Alliances Possible? Explaining the Shifting Middle East – i24NEWS Interview

Miri analyzes recent diplomatic movements in the Middle East, focusing on the potential expansion of the Abraham Accords and whether countries like Syria or Lebanon could join. She emphasizes that while military dynamics—such as Israel’s recent actions against Iran and the diminished strength of Hezbollah—are altering regional power balances, true diplomatic breakthroughs require having the Palestinians involved. Miri also stresses the importance of economic cooperation and joint security needs over idealistic notions of peace, noting that new regimes in Syria are seeking international investment and favor Western, not Iranian, support. She notes that Syria may be closer to normalization with Israel than Lebanon, given Lebanon’s internal challenges with Hezbollah. Miri concludes that while changes are significant, any further normalization requires practical solutions and clear steps regarding issues like Hezbollah’s disarmament.