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Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
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Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
…tunity offered by Saddam's downfall. Tehran has fortified its alliance with Damascus and stepped up support for Hizbollah and Hanas. It has amplified its belligerent statements about Israel. In the view of s…
…as Venezuela and groups like the Taliban. The complex dynamics involved in Iran's influence include support for Shi'i militias, an encouragement of a Shi'i government while maintaining Iraq's territorial int…
The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
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The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
…nt, historically close to the United States, made it clear it was seeking to diversify its external support. In February 2007 it hosted President Vladimir Putin in Riyadh and announced a flurry of new trade …
…s responses to Iranian influence and the evolving role of the U.S. Historically reliant on American support, countries like Saudi Arabia are seeking to diversify their alliances, evidenced by engagements wit…
Sustainable Community Development and Collaboration
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Sustainable Community Development and Collaboration
…ions wonders Tools website Tips Pro Bono Tionring Pro bono Tansport Pro Bono Taked Testing Pro Bono Support Pro Bono Support Tansport Pro Bono Support Transport & Advances Kayapathiyan Pro Bono Support Pro B…
…ively address local needs. The approach encourages participation from full members and the pro bono support to make a notable difference in cultural and productive endeavors. For more information and updates…
The Easiest Path to Happiness
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The Easiest Path to Happiness
…ust staying still and not doing anything. In fact, they have a very important function, that is, to support the pressure of the roof. If the pillars and the walls are moving instead of staying still, then th…
…es the structure of a house to the workings of our minds, illustrating how stability in thought can support us through life's pressures. Just as walls and pillars hold up a roof, a still mind allows us to ma…
Understanding the True Essence of Marriage
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Understanding the True Essence of Marriage
…e is at stake? 2) Does your spouse have the knowledge, the ability, and a good enough character to support the family so that it is happy and to raise the children to be good people? These two factors are …
…ses the misconceptions surrounding marriage, highlighting the need for couples to prioritize mutual support and understanding over personal desires. It stresses that marriage entails significant responsibili…
The Complex Relationship Between Syria and the United States
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The Complex Relationship Between Syria and the United States
…n to U.S. power in the region, its alliance with Iran, its continued occupation of Lebanon, and its support for Hizbollah and militant Palestinian groups, and decided not to cut the Syrian regime any slack. …
…s policy towards Syria, moving from acceptance to confrontation due to Syria's anti-U.S. stance and support for militant groups. The narrative illustrates how Syria's actions, including its refusal to curb t…
The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
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The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
…are not the same. There is just TV, not Dhamma. But we have to take the responsibility for that. We support children wearing make-up, for example, or we support them going into the army. This is the wrong wa…
This text discusses how early Dhamma teachings and the support of family can influence a child's mindfulness and ethical behavior. It reflects on the challenges o…
Building a Happy Family Life
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Building a Happy Family Life
…art One: Family Life 2. Does this person have the knowledge, the ability, and the good character to support our family so that it is happy and can they help us raise our children to be respectful, moral, res…
… family. The text stresses that marriage is not solely about physical enjoyment but involves mutual support and understanding, making it crucial to consider these factors before entering into the commitment.…
The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
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The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
…s leads to suffering when each person thinks mainly about his or her own benefit rather than giving support, encouragement and material things to others. When problems occur in the family, group or community…
Selfishness and bias lead to suffering when individuals prioritize self-interest over communal support. In families and communities facing problems, this behavior results in conflict. Bias manifests in …
Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
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Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
…ires to be the champion of the entire Muslim Middle East, not just the limited world of Shiism. Its support for Sunni groups, such as Hamas in Palestine, is a testament to this. The second factor is that an …
…rscore the ongoing challenges in Middle Eastern diplomacy. Iran seeks to be a leader in the region, supporting not only Shiite factions but also Sunni groups like Hamas. However, this creates a delicate bala…
The Bush Administration's Approach to Israeli-Palestinian Peacemaking
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The Bush Administration's Approach to Israeli-Palestinian Peacemaking
…ed by an administration that actively sought to reverse the outcomes of the processes it encouraged—supporting long-delayed parliamentary elections, but then trying to undermine the outcome. And undermining …
The Bush administration exhibited a lack of interest in the peace process and instead directed policies that undermined Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, proposing a sequence of reform before peace th
Realities of the New Middle East: The Two-State Solution
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Realities of the New Middle East: The Two-State Solution
…er undertaken any sustained diplomatic initiative to pursue a solution that did not have the strong support of the Israeli leadership. And while part of the Israeli leadership shows signs of a determination …
The viability of the two-state solution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is increasingly in question due to the weakened Palestinian leadership and diminishing trust between Palestinians and Israel
The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
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The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
…c at present as a result of Washington’s opposition to Iranian nuclear ambitions and U.S. financial support for “democracy promotion” efforts, and the extraordinarily aggressive style of President Ahmadineja…
This text explores the multifaceted relationship between the United States and Iran, emphasizing the challenges faced by U.S. military policy amidst high oil prices and ongoing conflicts. It discusses
The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
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The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
…atient performed, such as ordaining as a monk, offering the Kathina robes or other robes, providing support to social institutions, or giving aid to other people. 3) Encourage them to perform new merits dep…
…ental clarity during their final moments. It emphasizes the caregiver's role in providing emotional support and encouraging positive thoughts by recalling the patient's merits and encouraging acts of generos…
The Value of Honest Work
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The Value of Honest Work
…’t ever take it. We also rejected any job that involved cheating, deception, or fraud.” Working to support a family is a heavy responsibility, because every meal is bought with hard-earned money. A person, …
…equating it with a clear conscience and a peaceful mind. Individuals who embody this ethic not only support their families but also become role models for future generations. By embracing the virtues of hone…
Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster and Memorial Services
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Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster and Memorial Services
… it happen? 13 The aftermath of the Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster in Thailand 17 Spirit of grassroots support from the Kalyanamitna movement 21 The main problems to be solved 25 Bringing hearts back together 2…
…his text explores the tsunami disaster that affected Thailand, detailing the community's grassroots support through the Kalyanamitna movement. It covers memorial services held for the victims, highlighting t…
Overcoming Challenges in Business through Meditation
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Overcoming Challenges in Business through Meditation
…could not increase their salaries. I withdrew my own money and increased the investment required to support the company. I negotiated with foreign lenders to extend their limits. Over time, I resolved the pr…
…while managing a business. Despite financial struggles and mounting debts, the decision was made to support employees rather than lay them off. Through personal investment and negotiations with lenders, the …
The Importance of Merit in Success
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The Importance of Merit in Success
71 71 SOLUTIONS FROM WISDOM XXIX Merit Support Merit is the source of happiness and success for life. In the business world, the importance of dec…
…ficient merit. True achievement requires more than just meeting qualifications; it necessitates the support of merit at its core. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Growth of Good Deeds
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The Growth of Good Deeds
…of caution, we should know the mentality of the people around us. Initially, they may give us moral support. But once we advance too far and too fast, they may turn antagonistic, and try to bring us down. So…
…require patience to bring forth favorable outcomes. It emphasizes that environmental conditions and support play crucial roles in achieving these results. While doing good deeds may initially receive support
The Foundation of Marriage: Sacrifice and Care
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The Foundation of Marriage: Sacrifice and Care
…rce or murder. Sacrifice in marriage is sacrifice in order to care for the body and the mind. It is support for the body and the mind. And as a result, the marriage will be a happy one. Caring for each other…
… physically and mentally, contributes to a happy marriage. With wise financial decisions, emotional support, and honest communication, couples can create a stable home. The concept of Dhamma for Laypersons o…