February 26, 2019
The Iranian Revolution at 40: The Politics of Supreme Leader Succession
As Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei advances in age, he must be careful about how his actions domestically and internationally will affect the inevitable succession struggle for the highest office in Iran.
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How Principled Is US Realism in the Middle East?
US authority, credibility, and interests in the Middle East are paying the price for the administration's confusion and abandonment of principles in its foreign policy.
Learn more »February 13, 2019
Iran Should Worry about New Iraq-Jordan Relations
The recent economic agreement between Iraq and Jordan sends signals to Iran that Iraq may find Arab alternatives to its relations with the Islamic Republic.
Learn more »February 06, 2019
Lebanon’s New Government: No Need for Washington to Panic
Lebanon’s new cabinet is not that different from the previous one. An American overreaction to Hezbollah’s role in it is likely to strengthen the party’s hold.
Learn more »February 05, 2019
Trump’s Doomed Quest for a Middle East Strategic Alliance
Trump's Middle East Strategic Alliance is doomed because not all states there agree that Iran poses the biggest threat. A larger obstacle is the president's rejection of the premise that the United States should act...
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How Netanyahu’s Dominance of Israeli Politics Has Shaped the Field
Whatever Netanyahu's fortunes in the coming elections, his brand of politics has already conquered Israel's political landscape, which is unlikely to change any time soon.
Learn more »January 30, 2019
The Arab World in the 115th Congress: A Review
The 115th Congress was largely deferential to President Trump on policies related to the Arab world, but the 116th is likely to challenge him on important issues in the region.
Learn more »January 30, 2019
How the Private Sector Supports Authoritarians in the Arab World
The private sector in the United States and around the world has a responsibility to confront authoritarian regimes and help protect human rights and the rule of law.
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