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The U.S. Needs International Partners to Control Iran’s Aggression
President Trump should use his UN speech and side meetings to seek cooperation with European partners and lay the foundation for a ‘better deal’ with Iran down the road.
Sep 23, 2019
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Ben Fishman
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Another Conference on Libya? Enforce the Arms Embargo Instead
Without a concerted international effort to ground UAVs and halt the flow of weapons, the UN will have minimal leverage to restart the country's long-stalled political transition.
Sep 9, 2019
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Jul 12, 2019
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Ben Fishman
Articles & Testimony
The Conflict in Libya
To ensure an outcome that benefits U.S. interests in the region, Washington must take a concrete position on Libya that leads to peaceful negotiations rather than armed conflict.
May 15, 2019
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Apr 19, 2019
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Ben Fishman
Articles & Testimony
With Interests in Libya Under Threat, U.S. Must Adopt Urgency
If Haftar does not pull back his forces, Washington and the EU should sanction him for disrupting the UN-backed peace process.
Apr 15, 2019
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Bouteflika Resigns: Next Steps in Uncharted Territory
The accelerating pace of events calls for a careful U.S. response, since instability in Algeria could cause significant disruptions in North Africa, the Mediterranean, energy markets, and counterterrorism.
Apr 3, 2019
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Ben Fishman
Articles & Testimony
Pompeo’s Cairo Speech More ‘Back to the Future’ Than Break With Past
The administration should focus more on amplifying the voices of regional citizens while convincingly standing against collective threats.
Jan 16, 2019
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Ben Fishman
Dana Stroul
Brief Analysis
After Palermo: Achievements and Future Challenges for Libya
The Italian-sponsored stabilization conference produced some positive outcomes, but a genuine breakthrough requires U.S. involvement.
Dec 17, 2018
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Anna Borshchevskaya
Ben Fishman
Barbara A. Leaf
Articles & Testimony
How France and Italy’s Rivalry Is Hurting Libya
The upcoming Palermo conference should be used to facilitate UN-led dialogue between Libyan groups, not to score points in a European diplomatic spat.
Oct 31, 2018
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Federica Saini Fasanotti
Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Taking It Slow at Jordan’s Nasib Border Crossing with Syria
Besides raising security concerns, rushing to reopen the crossing would yield far fewer economic benefits than implementing recommended IMF reforms.
Aug 30, 2018
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Haftar's Play for Libyan Oil
To preserve Libyan unity, the United States should threaten to block any oil shipments not authorized by the country's internationally recognized government.
Jul 3, 2018
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Jordan’s Economic Protests: Repackaging Reform
A new government, delayed tax hikes, and extra Gulf aid can alleviate unrest for now, but such measures cannot mask the kingdom’s fundamental need for unpopular economic reforms.
Jun 13, 2018
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Ghaith al-Omari
Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Libya's Election Dilemma
Instead of focusing on national-level polls, UNSMIL can work to facilitate municipal elections, development projects, and a dialogue among the country's militias.
May 21, 2018
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Libya After Haftar
Given the potentially imminent demise of a key powerbroker, Washington will need to refocus on transition issues in Libya and help the UN implement its action plan.
Apr 18, 2018
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
The Jordan Exception in U.S. Foreign Assistance
By increasing Amman's funding amid austerity measures elsewhere, Washington has reaffirmed the kingdom's strategic importance, but close engagement is needed to make sure the money is well spent.
Mar 7, 2018
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Ben Fishman
Ghaith al-Omari
Articles & Testimony
Benghazi Trial Turns 'Shameful Episode' Into Honorable Case
Despite its less than definitive verdict, the trial of Ahmed Abu Khattala showed that federal prosecutors, the intelligence community, and the FBI have pursued the case with apolitical professionalism.
Dec 19, 2017
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Dec 5, 2017
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
Slavery in Libya: The Migration Crisis Reaches New Heights
The international outcry over a videotaped slave auction underscores the urgency of addressing the country's broken political system.
Dec 4, 2017
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Ben Fishman
Brief Analysis
The UN Action Plan for Libya: Prospects and Challenges
The success of the initiative will depend on a serious commitment from Libya's various factions, broad international support, and improvements to daily life for the public.
Oct 17, 2017
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Ben Fishman
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