What's going on in the Middle East?

Asked by JLeslie (65420) January 29th, 2015 from iPhone

I don’t pay attention to the news much anymore. I feel much calmer having checked out a little from politics and crime.

I’m seeing that some things are heating up in the Middle East. What started it? Something with Iran and Israel and Lebanon?

Also, Jordan is going to trade a prisoner? Release a suicide bomber? What? What’s your opinion on that?

Thanks ahead of time to the collective for explaining and offering opinions.

FYI: today’s date is ½9/15