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Imad K. Harb: Trump is a Danger to Transatlantic Relations
Jun 2, 2017Imad K. HarbWithdrawing from the Paris climate agreement, walking away from decades-old alliances and commitments, and insulting allies will only damage the US' global sta…
- Policy Analysis
LevantConflicts and Conflict ResolutionThe Dangers of Arab Normalization with Israel
Jun 1, 2017Dana El KurdArab normalization with Israel is a shortsighted policy on the part of governments, organizations, and individuals. Such a policy poses a risk to both the Pale…
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Radwan Ziadeh: The History of the Syrian Constitution
Jun 1, 2017Radwan ZiadehSyria has had at least twelve constitutions since it obtained independence in 1946 and since the last French soldier withdrew from Syrian soil in 1947.Read more
- Washington Policy Weekly
LevantUS Domestic Politics and ElectionsH.R. 2712: Palestinian International Terrorism Support Prevention Act of 2017
May 31, 2017Marcus MontgomeryOn May 25, Rep. Brian Mast (R-Florida) introduced H.R. 2712, “a bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign support for Palestinian terrorism, and for oth…
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IranConflicts and Conflict ResolutionA US-Iran Race to Control the Damascus-Baghdad Highway
May 31, 2017Joe MacaronSecuring the Damascus-Baghdad highway and deterring Iran’s regional activities might lead to a direct US involvement in the Syrian war.
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EgyptConflicts and Conflict ResolutionTurkish-Egyptian Relations: Nowhere to Go but Up
May 30, 2017Charles W. DunneEgypt and Turkey, both staunch US allies, have found themselves locked in a war of words—and worse—for nearly four years since the overthrow of President Moham…
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LevantConflicts and Conflict ResolutionNetanyahu’s Nightmare: Trump Visits Palestine
May 30, 2017Yousef MunayyerTrump will not bring about a two-state solution but he may be in a unique position to get Israelis to understand that they have to end their oppression of the …
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Tamara Kharroub: Impeaching Trump Would be Bad for the Middle East
May 29, 2017Tamara KharroubIt's liberals' favorite fantasy right now, but a President Pence could end up being much, much worse than Donald Trump ever could be.Read more
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LevantJustice, Equality, and Human RightsGaping Holes in Trump’s Well-Received Speech
May 26, 2017Imad K. HarbPresident Trump’s speech on better relations with Muslims exposed flaws and gaping holes the Administration will have to correct if it wants to advance its int…
- Washington Policy WeeklyIranSecurity and Defense
Congressional Update – Week Ending May 26, 2017
May 26, 2017Marcus MontgomeryPresident Trump visits the Middle East and signs arms deal with Saudi Arabia. Congress proposes legislation regarding Iran, Syria, and violent extremism.
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LevantReligion and PoliticsTrump’s Riyadh Speech: Same Intolerance, Different Packaging, No Strategy
May 24, 2017Tamara KharroubTrump’s speech in Saudi Arabia received praise and acclaim but it is hard to see if the president has indeed changed his opinion about Islam and Muslims.
