Jonathan Fenton-Harvey

Analysis: Under Trump's watch, far-right Israeli politicians will be emboldened to push for the long-desired goal of formally annexing the occupied West Bank.

Analysis: The Houthis have become more powerful since Trump's last presidency, with all eyes on how the new administration will tackle the Red Sea crisis.

Analysis: Iraqi militias are divided on their approach to strikes on Israel, but any large-scale attack by Tel Aviv could pull Iraq deeper into a regional war.

Analysis: Israel's deadly attacks in Lebanon show the devastating potential of turning everyday communication devices into weapons.

Analysis: Despite suspending some arms licences, Keir Starmer's UK government is cautious about deviating from the US in support of Israel.

Analysis: A battle for control over Libya's central bank has led rival political factions to shut down oil production, pushing up global prices.

Analysis: Ongoing political divisions and new military mobilisations have raised fears that Libya is heading towards another civil war.

Analysis: Russia is seeking to advance its soft power diplomacy but does not want to see a wider regional escalation.

Analysis: Israel's retaliatory strike after a Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv will cement the group's popularity and does little to prevent future attacks.

Analysis: No radical shift in Britain's relationship with the Middle East is expected under Labour's centrist government, but there could be important changes.