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The Battle for Iraq Is a Saudi War on Iran
The ISIS invasion of Iraq reflects a wider war between Shiites and Sunnis for control of the Middle East.
Jun 12, 2014
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
Hillary: I'm Done with Crazy Egyptian Conspiracy Theories
The former secretary of state's memoirs illustrate how Egypt's misplaced focus on supposed American conspiracies has exacerbated U.S. skepticism regarding Cairo's recent political direction.
Jun 11, 2014
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  • Eric Trager
Brief Analysis
Lebanon Unstable and Insecure
Military coordination with Hezbollah may be providing a quick fix, but the country's long-term strength can only be achieved with a reconstituted March 14 coalition.
Jun 11, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Articles & Testimony
Sisi's Fearful Egypt
Despite the Muslim Brotherhood's extrication, fear is still the primary motivator of Egyptian politics, which does not bode well for fostering stability and inclusiveness.
Jun 11, 2014
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  • Eric Trager
Brief Analysis
Ailing Official Highlights Concentration of Power in Iran
The Assembly of Experts may soon have a new leader, but hints of a name have yet to emerge.
Jun 11, 2014
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  • Mehdi Khalaji
Brief Analysis
Mosul Security Crisis: A Chance to Break Iraq's Political Logjam
The loss of government control in a major city may be just the wakeup call Iraqi politicians need to embrace a more ambitious reconciliation agenda.
Jun 10, 2014
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  • Michael Knights
Current Crisis in Syria
A senior fellow testifies on the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Syria, with an emphasis on its effect on children.
Jun 10, 2014
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  • Andrew J. Tabler
Articles & Testimony
Battle for Mosul: Critical Test Ahead for Iraq
A political-military solution supported by all of Iraq's factions is likely the only measure that can reverse the situation, but it is too soon to gauge whether the Baghdad recognizes this reality.
Jun 10, 2014
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  • Michael Knights
Video
Brief Analysis
Toward the Sisi Era: A New Page in U.S.-Egypt Relations?
Three experts offer firsthand observations on Egypt's presidential election and its aftermath, including recommendations for the future direction of U.S. policy and aid dollars.
Jun 6, 2014
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  • Eric Bjornlund
  • Eric Trager
  • Michele Dunne
Articles & Testimony
Syria's Jihadis Are Coming Home to Roost
The death of operative Fawzi Ayoub shows the extent of Hezbollah involvement in the fight.
Jun 6, 2014
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  • Matthew Levitt
Brief Analysis
Palestinians Want Hamas In, but Want Peace Talks Too
West Bank and Gaza residents alike still appear more receptive to Fatah than Hamas viewpoints.
Jun 6, 2014
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  • David Pollock
Brief Analysis
Hamas Opts for the Hezbollah Model
Hamas seems intent on using Hezbollah's "bullets plus ballots" approach to gain a military and political foothold in the West Bank, the PA, and the PLO.
Jun 3, 2014
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  • Ehud Yaari
In-Depth Reports
Turkey’s Commitment to NATO:
Not Yet Grounds for Divorce
While it is premature to view Turkey's shift away from the North Atlantic political consensus as an epochal event, examining longer-term trends brings greater concern.
Jun 2, 2014
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  • Rich Outzen
Brief Analysis
Jordan and the Syria Crisis: Mitigating the 'Known Unknowns'
As extremists continue to move into southern Syria, growing security and humanitarian problems may soon outstrip Jordan's ability to handle spillover from the war.
May 30, 2014
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  • Andrew J. Tabler
Brief Analysis
Egypt After the Election: Advancing the Strategic Relationship
Instead of careening between short-term objectives, U.S. policy toward Egypt should take a long-term, multilateral view that focuses on advancing security cooperation and political and economic reform simultaneously.
May 30, 2014
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  • Michael Singh
Brief Analysis
Palestinian Reconciliation: Devil in the Details?
How -- and if -- Hamas and Fatah overcome formidable security, institutional, and political roadblocks should dictate the international response to their unity deal and joint government.
May 28, 2014
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  • Matthew Levitt
  • Neri Zilber
Syrian rebel fighters play a board game in a cafe
Articles & Testimony
Syria's Crazy Campaign to Lure Tourists
What civil war? The regime's Tourism Ministry thinks you'll enjoy these new beachside cafes.
May 28, 2014
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  • Adam Heffez
  • Noam Raydan
Articles & Testimony
Egypt's Also-Ran
Meet the man crazy enough to run for president against the new strongman in Cairo.
May 22, 2014
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  • Eric Trager
Articles & Testimony
The Gulf Cooperation Council:
Deepening Rifts and Emerging Challenges
Long considered a bulwark against instability since its establishment in 1981, the Gulf Cooperation Council -- Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman -- is now exhibiting an alarming degree of discord.
May 22, 2014
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Iraq's Election Results: Avoiding a Kurdish Split
The votes are in, but Baghdad will need to resuscitate the revenue-sharing deal with the Kurds in order to steady the already-troubled government formation process.
May 21, 2014
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  • Michael Knights

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David Schenker
David Schenker
David Schenker is the Taube Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute and director of the Linda and Tony Rubin Program on Arab Politics. He is the former Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs.
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Ghaith al-Omari
Ghaith al-Omari is the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation Senior Fellow in The Washington Institute's Irwin Levy Family Program on the U.S.-Israel Strategic Relationship.
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Hanin Ghaddar
Hanin Ghaddar is the Friedmann Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute's Rubin Family Arab Politics Program, where she focuses on Shia politics throughout the Levant.
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Bilal Wahab
Bilal Wahab was the Nathan and Esther K. Wagner Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute.
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