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In Gaza, Israel and beyond things could go well, or badly, but are most likely to be somewhere in the middle. Here are three scenarios for the coming year
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The biggest question for the region in 2026 is what happens in Gaza. America’s role will continue to be crucial

But it leaves Gazans in misery

With the old order in ruins, the contours of the new world will become much clearer in 2026—in three main areas

Neither an Arab reconstruction plan nor an American one have much chance of success

The breakthrough in Gaza could open up a new approach to peace

Few expect a crash in the year to come