The two sides must be convinced to enter talks.

Increasing militant activity in the barren region is concerning for both Egypt and Israel.

The forthcoming ruling coalition likely will focus on domestic issues.

Settlement policies will likely continue after legislative elections, regardless of the new government's makeup.

The shipment could challenge Cairo's willingness to secure the Gaza border and preserve a shaky cease-fire in Israel.

Fatah's decline relative to its Islamist rival shows that regional political changes have reached the Palestinian Territories.

Unlike Iron Dome, the David's Sling system will defend against longer-range rocket attacks.

It is useful to reflect on the assassination that sparked the seven-day conflict between Israel and Gaza.

The old border is obsolete.

This cessation of violence is likely highly tenuous.