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The Biden Administration and U.S.-Kurdish Relations
The Biden Administration Needs to Support Kurds
Good relations with Iraqi Kurdistan are a valuable strategic asset for the United States, but support from the Biden administration should not be unconditional.
Mar 3, 2021
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Ruwayda Mustafa
Yerevan Saeed
Mohammed Salih
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Mapping Kurdish Optimism for a Biden Administration: Iraq and Syria
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.
Feb 16, 2021
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John Saleh
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Mapping Kurdish Optimism for a Biden Administration: Turkey and Iran
Kurds in Turkey and Iran could be valuable partners as the United States navigates difficult relations with both countries.
Feb 16, 2021
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John Saleh
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Policy Failures Lead to a Kurdish PMF Battalion in Kirkuk
Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces, and thereby Iran, have gained increased influence in Kurdish areas around Kirkuk.
Dec 23, 2020
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Yerevan Saeed
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Iraqi Kurdish Optimism on Biden Is a Product of Past Experiences
Optimism on Biden in Iraqi Kurdistan is driven by historical ties. But contemporary political views on U.S. policy in the region may shape the Biden presidency in new, less comfortable ways.
Dec 17, 2020
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Sardar Aziz
Yazidis
Tensions in Sinjar Continue to Threaten Yazidis’ Return
Iraq's Yazidis need assertive international support to protect their rights and well-being.
Mar 2, 2021
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Izat Noah
Palestinian Elections
Palestinian Elections and the Need for Political Change
After more than a decade of feuding, Palestinian factions face an opportunity for change.
Mar 1, 2021
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Mkhaimar Abusada
The United States and Jordan
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Investing in Jordan Through Support for Social Enterprises
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.
Feb 22, 2021
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Lilian Tauber
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Redefining Security in Jordan-U.S. Relations
The United States and Jordan need to broaden the scope of their security relationship and prepare for a more diverse array of security concerns.
Feb 16, 2021
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Mohanned Arabiat
Barik Mhadeen
Syria
Kidnapping and Extortion in Regime-Controlled Syria
Interviews reveal how Syrian officials are extorting their people.
Feb 26, 2021
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Kenneth R. Rosen
Disinformation and COVID-19
Axis of Disinformation: Propaganda from Iran, Russia, and China on COVID-19
China, Russia, and Iran are currently exploiting COVID-19 to conduct information warfare, specifically targeting the Middle East.
Feb 25, 2021
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Andrew Whiskeyman
Michael Berger
