All Policy Analysis by دنیس راس

An in-depth conversation with two former senior U.S. officials on the past, present, and future of the U.S.-Israel alliance.

A safe haven along Syria's border with Turkey could involve several partners and send a clear message to Russia and Iran.

His alarmist declarations at the UN won't make a Palestinian state more likely, but now would be an ideal time to quietly probe key Arab and Israeli leaders on whether their converging regional fears can be used to address the Palestinian issue.

Russia and Iran have changed the stakes in Syria, and the United States should act accordingly.

The nuclear deal can't be defeated, but it can be toughened with smart bipartisan action.

Now is the time for the president to state clearly that if Iran dashes toward a weapon, especially after year 15 of the deal, it will trigger the use of force.

Since the announcement of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), members of The Washington Institute’s Iran Study Group have met to assess the agreement’s relationship to the parameters outlined in the study group’s June 24 policy statement. Members of the study group have also benefited from several hours of

Knowing when Iran has violated the agreement is one thing; ensuring that there is a price for every transgression, no matter how small, is another.

The deal with Iran is finally done. Given the stakes, it should be scrutinized. It makes sense to reserve judgment and see how the administration explains all the clauses of the agreement and how they will be implemented. While I look forward to the administration's full explanation of the deal

The United States needs to be clear on the consequences of cheating, and for that it will need access to nuclear sites.

To get the best nuclear pact with Iran, Washington might have to let the June 30 target slide.

The Middle East state system is under relentless pressure, and preserving it will require a long-term vision for shoring up U.S. allies, rolling back ISIL, and countering the Iranians.

Obama needs to show that he's willing to shift the Middle East balance of power against Iran.