Policy Analysis

Given our perpetual crises, we Iraqis rarely look back. But unless Iraqis collectively understand the past and decide how to avoid repeating its mistakes, we are bound to pay these crimes forward as we have in the past.

Good relations with Iraqi Kurdistan are a valuable strategic asset for the United States, but support from the Biden administration should not be unconditional.

Iraq's Yazidis need assertive international support to protect their rights and well-being. ​

After more than a decade of feuding, Palestinian factions face an opportunity for change.

Interviews reveal how Syrian officials are extorting their people.

China, Russia, and Iran are currently exploiting COVID-19 to conduct information warfare, specifically targeting the Middle East.

By committing to long-term investments in Jordan’s communities through support for social enterprises, the United States can contribute to the country’s stability and economic growth.

A federalist system is the only viable option for a new government in Yemen.

The United States and Jordan need to broaden the scope of their security relationship and prepare for a more diverse array of security concerns.

Facing Turkish, Iranian, and Islamist threats, Kurds in Iraq and Syria are hoping for more U.S. support than they saw under the Trump administration.

Kurds in Turkey and Iran could be valuable partners as the United States navigates difficult relations with both countries.

Dire circumstances are pushing Lebanese people to the edge, which could bring violent results.

After the UN's failures regarding Assad, Syrians need a more forceful option to restore their dignity and rights.

Algeria's divided political system has limited time to make critical reforms.

این واکنش‌ها باید به رهبران واشنگتن گوشزد کند تا بر افزایش تعهد خود به حمایت از متحدان و تنبیه دشمنان تمرکز کنند.

گرچه نظرسنجی‌های اخیر نشان می‌دهد که مردم قطر موافق سازش این کشور با هدف برداشتن محاصره چهار کشور عربی‌ اند اما اختلاف نظرهای جدی در افکار عمومی قطر و کشورهای چهارگانه بر سر مسائل سیاست خارجی همچنان باقی است.

Qatar must adequately manage its ties to the Brotherhood if it wants to ensure sustainable Gulf ties.

ISIS publications reveal the geographic location and concentration of its counter-espionage operations.

Qatar could serve as a valuable intermediary between Saudi Arabia and a Democratic White House.

Increasing natural gas production and enhancing the oil industry are critical to reviving Iraq's economy.