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As Donald Trump claimed victory in the US presidential election, residents of Arab countries have expressed fear of no end to Israel's brutal war on Gaza and Lebanon. as well as a wider shake-up of the Middle East. Trump's victory was confirmed early on Wednesday, capping a comeback four years after he was voted out of the White House at the end of his first term. His second term will usher in a new American leadership likely to test democratic institutions at home and relations abroad. Several Arab state leaders have congratulated the newly elected Trump. Egypt and Qatar, both key players in mediation efforts promoting regional de-escalation and ceasefire efforts in Gaza and Lebanon, have issued statements congratulating him. It is still to be seen if Trump will be able to resolve the soaring tensions in the Middle East and what his victory could mean for civilians in Gaza and Lebanon.