How much power will the next Egyptian president hold?

Egypt's army insists it will not hang on to power. But many are sceptical, especially after the military council issues an interim constitution for the country. Next, violence is breaking out between neighbours in northern Lebanon as the conflict in Syria puts entire cities on edge. Finally, our correspondent meets Iraqi athletes, who are hard at work training for the Special Olympics.

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An Israeli-Palestinian duo singing for the Eurovision

This Week in the Middle East explores the relations between Palestinian factions Hamas and Fatah, explains how tourism is affected by terrorism and meets the astonishing duo Israel has chosen for the next Eurovision contest.

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Real estate bubble goes pop in Dubai

In this edition of our weekly show: Dubai's real estate sector goes bust amid the global crisis; Gulf countries invest in sport to boost their image abroad; the inhabitants of Iraq's marshlands pray for rain.

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Iraqi army proves up to the task

In this edition of our weekly show: the uncertain outcome of Israel's general election heralds weeks of wrangling; Iraq's security forces provide for peaceful elections; and the French give the Lebanese a lesson in road safety.

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In this edition: Gaza has been pummeled with the destruction of its basic infrastructure and many homes; beyond the official tally of Operation Lead Cast; and back on the campaign trail in Israel.

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The struggle for control over Gaza's borders

Our special edition of the Week in the Middle East features reports on the tunnels linking Gaza to Egypt and the ongoing media war, as well as first hand accounts of the suffering in Gaza by one of the few journalists in the Strip.

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