June 01, 2019
Deep Socioeconomic Disparities Exacerbate Arab Tensions
This paper is part of ACW's fourth book, titled The Arab World Beyond Conflict. The far-reaching turmoil that plagues most Arab countries today reflects problems that have festered for decades, such as sectarian tensions, political...
Learn more »June 01, 2019
The Path to Ending Conflicts: Prospects and Hindrances
These remarks are the edited transcript of the keynote address Dr. Alsoswa delivered at Arab Center Washington DC’s annual conference on September 20, 2018, “The Arab World Beyond Conflict,” and part of ACW's fourth book,...
Learn more »May 31, 2019
The Kushner Bahrain Ordeal: Why Are the Palestinians Boycotting?
The proposed US “Peace to Prosperity” workshop in Bahrain is destined to fail because it ignores Palestinian participation and avoids linking economic prosperity with a political resolution.
Learn more »May 30, 2019
Insult of the Century: Assessing the Trump Administration’s Peace Plan
The Trump Administration’s Palestinian-Israeli peace deal, leaked to the press, and the upcoming Bahrain meeting represent an insult to the Palestinians and are meant to liquidate their national rights.
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Arab Leaders Trying to Decipher US Iran Policy
The Trump Administration’s contradictory statements and signals about its approach to Iran are increasing the confusion for GCC states and Iraq as tensions mount in the Gulf.
Learn more »May 29, 2019
“Maximum Pressure” on Iran Stresses US-Iraq Ties
The US policy of "maximum pressure" on Iran intensifies pressure on the US-Iraq relationship, too. Baghdad is eager to step out of the fray, and Washington needs to help.
Learn more »May 28, 2019
How a Legal Loophole is Helping Trump Sell Arms to Saudi Arabia
President Trump is using tensions with Iran to bypass Congress and push through weapons sales to Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates
Learn more »May 23, 2019
Facing Pressure at Home and Abroad, Jordan’s King Shifts Strategy
The Trump Administration’s anticipated Israeli-Palestinian peace initiative is pushing Jordan’s King Abdullah to realign interests with his country’s Muslim Brotherhood, as the monarchy loses some traditional support at home and abroad.
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