Fikra Forum

Polling

An Emirati family relaxes on the shore in Dubai

Maps & Graphics

A recent poll taken in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE shows popular attitudes in all three countries aligning well with key U.S. policies in the region.

Jul 29, 2021

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David Pollock

Yemen

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An Exceptional Case: Saudi Relations with Yemen’s Islah Party

Yemen's Islah Party and Saudi Arabia have enjoyed a special relationship for over a decade, but now internal politics threaten to tarnish this unique partnership.

Jul 26, 2021

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Mutahar Al-Sofari

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The Battle of Marib: the Challenge of Ending a Stalemate War

Without an exerted international peace effort, the siege on Marib could destroy the possibility of a unified Yemen.

Jul 9, 2021

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Nabil Hetari

Israel

Could Morocco Help Negotiate between Israel and Hamas?

After the signing of the Abraham Accords, Morocco stands uniquely positioned to help with any negotiations between Hamas and Israel.

Jul 26, 2021

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Mohamed Chtatou

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Gaza, Qatar, and the UAE: The Abraham Accords After Operation Guardian of the Walls

The Abraham Accords seem to have neither obfuscated not strengthened the Palestinian cause.

Jun 16, 2021

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Yoel Guzansky
Yohanan Tzoreff

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The Potential for Azerbaijani Mediation of Turkish-Israeli Relations

As Turkey begins to realize the strategic potential of closer ties with Israel, it could rely on Azerbaijan to help facilitate a rapprochement.

Jul 20, 2021

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Oğul Tuna
Gökhan Çınkara

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Resolving the Khan al-Ahmar Issue

The new Israeli government, with Naftali Bennett at the helm, has once again demonstrated a flexibility and willingness to compromise in its approach to resolving crises.

Jul 29, 2021

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Dany Tirza

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The Crisis in Relations Between Jews and Arabs in Israel: Can the Rift Be Healed?

Without genuine, serious introspection, any resolution to the current tensions between Arabs and Jews in Israel will likely be superficial.

Jun 16, 2021

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Michael Milstein

Iraq

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The Dubious Feasibility of a Planned Nuclear Reactor in Iraq

Iraq needs stability before it can invest in projects like a planned nuclear power plant.

Jul 23, 2021

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Mohanad Faris

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Iraq’s Health System: Another Sign of a Dilapidated State

Entrenched corruption in Iraq's health system is costing people their lives.

Jul 15, 2021

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Massaab Al-Aloosy

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Iraqi Women’s Path to Parliament

Reforms are needed to open greater opportunities for Iraqi women's political representation.

Jun 24, 2021

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Ayat Mudhafar Noori

Algeria

A Future and a Role for Algerian Youth after the Hirak Movement

While plagued by difficulties and divisions, the hope created by the Hirak movement is still alive, and Algerians should work to cultivate it.

Jul 19, 2021

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Ahmed Marwane

The United States and Egypt

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Understanding the Egyptian Military’s Perspective on the Su-35 Deal

If the United States will not provide Egypt with greater air to air capabilities, Egypt will risk sanctions in order to acquire them.

Jul 15, 2021

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Ali Dizboni
Karim El-Baz

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U.S.-Egyptian Rapprochement after Gaza Ceasefire: Media Responses and Repercussions

While media responses to U.S. rapprochement with Egypt and Egypt's warming towards Hamas differ, it is clear that Sisi has used the Israel-Hamas ceasefire to his advantage.

Jun 3, 2021

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Mohamed Abdelaziz

Development in the Arab World

Polarization and the Elusive Quest for Prosperity in the Arab World

In spite of recent attempts to reinvigorate the Arab world, the failure to effectively address the region’s polarization remains a major obstacle to development.

Jul 9, 2021

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Kathya K. Berrada
Nouh El Harmouzi

Issues

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Polling

Yemen

Israel

Iraq

Algeria

The United States and Egypt

Development in the Arab World