THE NEW IRANIAN PRESIDENT
Al-Masry Al-Youm, Egypt, July 6
Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian won the Iranian presidential election, succeeding the late Ebrahim Raisi. Pezeshkian secured 54% of the votes, emphasizing unity and cooperation in his victory speech. He aims to reform healthcare, education, and women’s rights domestically, while advocating for diplomacy and openness internationally. However, his power is limited by the ruling elite led by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
A MESSAGE TO KHALED MASHAAL
An-Nahar, Lebanon, July 2
A Kuwaiti writer addresses Khaled Mashaal, urging solidarity and questioning strategies in the Palestinian struggle. The letter emphasizes the need for unity among Palestinian factions and Arab allies to advance the cause of statehood, warning against internal divisions and external interference.
THE ARAB LEAGUE: HEZBOLLAH TODAY, ISIS TOMORROW
Okaz, Saudi Arabia, July 5
The Arab League’s shift on Hezbollah’s classification as a terrorist entity sparks controversy. The League’s historical role in Arab unity and security is highlighted, with a firm stance against terror groups like Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Hezbollah. The article emphasizes the importance of safeguarding Arab interests against internal and external threats.
AN UNHEARD VOICE FROM GAZA
Al Bilad, Bahrain, July 4
A reflection on the suffering in Gaza amid the conflict, with a plea for an end to violence and a call for responsible resistance strategies. The piece criticizes the destructive impact of armed struggle and urges for civil approaches to statehood. It highlights the true cost of conflict borne by innocent civilians in Gaza.