Documents tagged "Sunni"
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HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029357.txt
This document discusses the political and geopolitical developments in the Middle East since 2014, particularly focusing on Israel's position as a Western outpost in the region. The author emphasizes that dealing with these challenges requires global cooperation and notes the unpredictable nature of events in the region. He also highlights two lessons to be learned from the situation: being modest in prophecy when it comes to predicting future events and not relying solely on the US or other world powers to take action.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028887.txt
The document discusses the geopolitical situation in the Middle East in 2015, highlighting the challenges faced by Israel as a key player amidst multiple conflicts and the collapse of traditional power centers. It emphasizes the importance of global cooperation to address these challenges and warns against making predictions or relying on others for support.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026827.txt
The Scowcroft Group is discussing the recent terrorist attacks in Egypt, Lebanon, and Paris and how they demonstrate an unexpected level of sophistication from ISIS. This leads to a prediction that European countries and the US will see an increase in incidents and threats similar to those seen with Al Qaeda or Black September and early Hezbollah attacks in the 1970s. The group also predicts further spectacular attacks by ISIS, stating they have eclipsed Al Qaeda in operational capability, financing, recruitment, global reach, and ambitions.