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Do the Ahwaz protests threaten Iran’s unity?
The recent Ahwaz protests point to broader tensions between the Iranian state and the country’s minorities, and Iraqi influence within Iran.
Oct 7, 2021
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Waleed Salam Jamil
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How does Iran Wage its information warfare battle against Israel?
In the face of Iranian influence operations, Israel must adopt a comprehensive national strategy to prevent further infiltration aimed at disrupting social cohesion and political stability.
Sep 1, 2021
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Ophir Barel
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Iranian President Raisi: The Hanging Judge
As Raisi carves out his role as Iran’s new president, the international community must recognize and seek to bring to light his involvement in Iran’s state-led 1988 massacre of prisoners.
Aug 26, 2021
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Thomas Parker
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How Afghanistan Influences Hamas, PIJ, and Iran in their Approach to Israel
As the Taliban takeover boosts Iranian proxies’ morale, Israel and the United States should develop a coordinated strategy against these groups to enhance Israeli security and restore confidence in American commitments to regional partners.
Aug 24, 2021
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Kobi Michael
Yoel Guzansky
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The Particular Importance of King Abdullah’s Visit to Washington
One underlying issue should be of particular concern during this trip: the ongoing Syrian crisis and the humanitarian and security burdens shouldered by Jordan.
Jul 16, 2021
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Bassam Barabandi
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Working to Limit Iranian Involvement in Syria
The removal of Iranian militias from Syria could be a source for cooperation between the United States and Russia.
Jul 9, 2021
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Malik al-Hafez
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Don’t Let Iran’s Regime Win the Battle for Hearts and Minds in Gaza
The United States should address Iranian soft-power expansion in Gaza when approaching Israeli-Palestinian issues.
Jun 1, 2021
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Kasra Aarabi
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Preparing for Iranian Expansion in Syria after a Nuclear Deal
The United States should capitalize on closer ties between its regional allies to combat Iranian expansionism, with a special focus on Syria.
May 21, 2021
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Ammar Musarea
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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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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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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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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
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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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Avoiding the Iranian Trap: Iraqi Shia Are not Loyal to Iran
Iran views a successful, democratic government in Iraq as a threat to its existence.
Jan 15, 2021
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Munqith Dagher
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Iran: Navigating Regional Influence and a Potential U.S. Policy Reset
For Biden to reach a deal with Iran, the administration will need to address a host of difficult issues. While any changes in the U.S. policy towards Iran may have a significant impact, a nuclear deal might be a pipe dream.
Dec 17, 2020
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Firas Elias
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‘Strategic Patience’ and Iran’s “Resistance Axis”: An Enduring Challenge for Biden's Administration
Iran and the “Resistance Axis” are poised for another round of “strategic patience,” which, if ignored, will serve to the detriment of the United States, its allies and partners.
Dec 11, 2020
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Hassan Mneimneh
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Israel at a Crossroad: What Is the Desired Policy Towards Renewed Negotiations with Iran?
A new Biden administration in the United States could mean a return to negotiations between Iran and the international community over its continued nuclear development. In the case of such negotiations, Israel will have to choose whether it wants to handle these negotiations like it handled negotiations for the JCPOA
Nov 24, 2020
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Danny Citrinowicz
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How Mangled Dam Diplomacy Is Shaping Iraq’s Water Crisis
Failed international cooperation and an increase in dam construction is threatening Iraq's security.
Nov 4, 2020
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Austin Corona
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Iran’s Domestic Woes in Light of U.S. Pressure
Though the recent normalization deal between Israel and several Arab states certainly poses a new challenge to Iran, it is the unique combination of the past year’s events that is pushing the Islamic Republic towards an existential crisis.
Oct 30, 2020
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Firas Elias
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