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Challenges to Secular Reforms in the KRI’s Biggest Islamist Party
Iraqi Kurdistan's Komal party faces a difficult dilemma as it seeks a more reformist direction.
Apr 23, 2021
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Mehmet Alaca
Bekir Aydoğan
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Iran, Iraq, and the Politics of Civilization
The concept of the civilizational state helps explain how Iran is challenging the liberal international system and weakening Iraqi sovereignty.
Apr 22, 2021
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Sardar Aziz
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Restoring the U.S. Moral Standing in the Middle East through a Focus on Reform and Civil Society
The United States needs to restore emphasis on its values in order to combat critical media narratives and a growing appreciation for China.
Apr 21, 2021
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Hassan Mneimneh
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Intra-Kurdish Unity Talks in Northeastern Syria Are Potentially in Jeopardy
The talks, which resumed in April in secret sessions, have made progress toward an agreement. But many are concerned that delays and unreasonable demands have turned the talks into theater among regional parties vying for power.
Apr 20, 2021
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Kenneth R. Rosen
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The Conflicting Moroccan Responses to Normalization with Israel
Moroccan responses to normalization with Israel are split along two opposing narratives, although popular resistance to normalization is unlikely to cause any real change.
Apr 12, 2021
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Sadik Rddad
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Addressing the Humanitarian and Security Crises in Al-Hawl
As international support lags and the situation in al-Hawl and the surrounding areas deteriorates, repatriation and humanitarian assistance are increasingly vital.
Apr 8, 2021
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Kenneth R. Rosen
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Navigating Indian Defense Outreach with the Gulf
As India seeks to grow in its self-reliance, developing more balanced relations with the Gulf will strengthen ties while helping to balance against Chinese influence in the region.
Apr 7, 2021
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Manjari Singh
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Iran’s Growing Network of Influence among Eastern Syrian Tribes
Iran is building military, social, and economic influence among eastern Syrian tribes, which are poised to invade SDF-controlled regions in the event of a U.S. withdrawal.
Apr 6, 2021
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Haian Dukhan
Ammar Alhamad
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Protests in Daraa, Syria Undermine Assad's Narrative of Victory
Recent protests in Daraa demonstrate that Assad’s hold over regime-controlled areas are not as total as they appear.
Apr 2, 2021
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Oula A. Alrifai
Aaron Y. Zelin
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After Two Years of Algeria’s Hirak, What Has Been Accomplished?
Algeria's divided Hirak movement needs greater unity in order to strengthen real, democratic institutions.
Mar 31, 2021
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Ahmed Marwane
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Jinwar Women’s Village: Carving a Progressive Enclave Amid Syria’s Civil War
A village of women in Eastern Syria are upholding the core political beliefs of the Kurdish minority there.
Mar 31, 2021
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Kenneth R. Rosen
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Combatting Corruption for the People of Lebanon
Regardless of the Biden Administration's stance on Iran and Hezbollah, sanctioning corrupt politicians in Lebanon is a good call.
Mar 26, 2021
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Makram Rabah
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Turkish-Egyptian Relations after Erdoğan’s Sacrifice of the Muslim Brotherhood
Turkey is making overtures for rapprochement with Egypt. How will Sisi respond?
Mar 25, 2021
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Maged Atef
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How Morocco’s Diplomatic Efforts in Africa Are Shaping the Region
Shifts in African continental politics and U.S. recognition of Moroccan sovereignty in Western Sahara are components of a deepening rift between Morocco and Algeria.
Mar 19, 2021
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Samir Bennis
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How Can Washington Constructively Engage Cairo on Human Rights?
If Washington hopes to encourage a change in human rights issues in Egypt, it should prioritize constructive engagement with Egypt and refrain from numerous critical public statements, unless it is willing to back them with action.
Mar 19, 2021
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Haisam Hassanein
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The Pope, Iraq, and the Iranian-Backed Iraqi Militias
The pope's visit in Iraq highlights Iranian-back militias' failure to successfully depict themselves as saviors of Iraqi Christians.
Mar 18, 2021
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Phillip Smyth
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The EastMed Gas and Philia Forums: Reimagining Cooperation in the Mediterranean
Arab and Mediterranean countries with common interests are creating new shared tools that can be used to combat Turkish and Iranian influence in their regions.
Mar 18, 2021
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Rauf Baker
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The Rwanga Awards: Promoting Private Enterprise in Iraq
Societal transformation in Iraq requires motivated, capable young people who can redefine the status quo in their country.
Mar 12, 2021
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Abdulsalam Medeni
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Uprising or Election: What Kind of Change Do Iraqis Want?
New polls show that Iraqis want institutional change, but they are losing faith in elections as a real means towards reform.
Mar 12, 2021
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Munqith Dagher
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Sustained Counterterrorism Efforts Remain Key to Preventing Attacks in Jordan
The pandemic has not ended terrorism in Jordan, and ISIS is still a significant threat.
Mar 11, 2021
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Saud Al-Sharafat
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