Without a doubt, the Middle East is intently watching the developments and outcomes of the U.S. Presidential primaries. With the United States' deeply involved activities in the region, it's with good reason that media in the Middle East is paying close attention. After seven years of the Bush administration's foreign policy which has seemingly created more chaos versus peace in the region, the largely peace-living non-extremist communities in the Middle East seek change. Change: a buzz word in 2008 that spans the world. Several political pundits in the Middle East note that this US Presidential election presents an opportunity for the American people to revive its sinking image abroad. The majority of communities in the Middle East hope that a Democrat is elected the next US President. And, there seems to be a particular affinity for Barack Obama, a man many believe will express more compassion towards the needs of the suffering around the world.

Watch the Mosaic Intelligence Report below which further highlights the Middle East's interest in the US Presidential election outcome.