Fears are growing that a new pope with an anti-Islamic outlook could revive the confrontational policies of earlier pontiffs, reigniting tensions with the Muslim world.

Michigan elections demonstrated the strength of Arab and Muslim voters, after causing Joe Biden to lose 102,000 Democratic votes who voted "uncommitted," sending him a warning to change his policies toward Gaza.

The success of Turkish democracy in overcoming various political challenges, particularly the disengagement of the military elite from civilian political interference, is one reason that makes Turkiye an inspirational model for many nations.