In Focus: Who Are Syria's HTS Rebels?

Leaders of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
Maps & Graphics
The Age of Political Jihadism:
The Syria-based group now functions more like a government than a nonstate actor, portending a reorientation for the larger jihadist movement.
May 9, 2022
  • Aaron Y. Zelin

Recent Institute Analysis

Photo showing smoke clearing from Beirut during the 2024 Hezbollah-Israel war.
Video
The Hezbollah-Israel Ceasefire and U.S. Leadership: What Comes Next
Watch an expert webcast examining the prospects for lasting peace in light of the Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire.
Dec 2, 2024
  • Hanin Ghaddar
  • Matthew Levitt
  • David Schenker
  • Assaf Orion

In Focus: Tehran's Nuclear Choices, Washington's Strategic Options

Book cover with Iranian missiles, including Shahab-3
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If Iran Gets the Bomb:
The decision would require tradeoffs affecting the security, survivability, and military credibility of Tehran's nascent arsenal.
Nov 25, 2024
  • Michael Eisenstadt

In-Depth Study

Semiconductor image over map of UAE with U.S. Capitol dome
Maps & Graphics
Semiconductors, AI, and the Gulf:
In seeking to bolster partnerships and simultaneously protect U.S. technology, officials will need to navigate export options ranging from permissive to restrictive.
Nov 18, 2024
  • Elizabeth Dent
  • Grant Rumley

Interactive Map: ISIS Global Activity

Interactive Tool: Tracking Maritime Attacks in Middle East Waters Since 2019

Arab Public Opinion 2014 to Today

Fikra Interactive Public Polling Platform Thumbnail
Maps & Graphics
TWI Interactive Polling Platform
Interactive datasets, from 2014 to today
Jun 30, 2022