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OPEC Nations, Including Iran, Subject to Moscow-Riyadh Decisions
The cartel’s latest meetings may solidify a Saudi-Russian axis on oil, and could portend future diplomatic cooperation and military sales as well.
Jun 21, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Iran's Vulnerabilities to U.S. Sanctions (Part 2): Working Smarter, Not Harder
Pending policy decisions on reimposing sanctions will give Washington opportunities to calibrate its arsenal of measures against illicit Iranian financial activity.
Jun 18, 2018
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  • Katherine Bauer
Brief Analysis
Iran’s Vulnerabilities to U.S. Sanctions (Part 1): Finding the Weak Spots
The regime’s most vulnerable point is its precarious banking system, whose persistent mismanagement, capital shortfalls, and lack of transparency have already sparked public protests.
Jun 14, 2018
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  • Patrick Clawson
Brief Analysis
In Search of a New Patron, the KRG Turns Back to Moscow
As the Iraqi Kurds reach out to Russia, the Kremlin’s sway over their politics and energy resources is growing.
Jun 14, 2018
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  • Anna Borshchevskaya
  • Bilal Wahab
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
Saudi Cabinet Changes: The 'March of Modernization'?
The raft of new appointments reflects the crown prince’s vision of transforming the economy, but a simultaneous statement about recent arrests shows the limits on political freedom.
Jun 4, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
China in the Middle East: Following in American Footsteps?
Growing great-power competition and a shift in American defense policy could create a power vacuum in the Middle East.
Jun 1, 2018
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  • Michael Singh
Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamanei, gestures while speaking
Brief Analysis
When the Ayatollah Cried Mouse
Khamenei’s Ramadan speech combined explicit attacks on the United States, implicit criticism of Rouhani’s approach, and excessive demands on Europe, seemingly bracing the regime for one of the toughest challenges of his thirty-year rule.
May 25, 2018
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  • Omer Carmi
Articles & Testimony
Saudi Arabia Hits the Brakes on Reforms
Arresting feminists doesn’t inspire faith in the crown prince’s much-hyped reform agenda.
May 22, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
Petroleum's Rising Price Depends on Supply and Politics
A boost in Saudi production to make up for any Iranian shortfall, joined by an expansion in regulated U.S. fracking, might help keep fuel costs in check.
May 21, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
What Does Hezbollah’s Election Victory Mean for Lebanon?
Hezbollah has made further strides toward remaking state institutions in its image, but the international community can still slow the group's momentum by pressuring its domestic political enablers.
May 8, 2018
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  • Hanin Ghaddar
Articles & Testimony
Grading Counterterrorism Cooperation with the GCC States
A former Treasury official assesses Qatar and Kuwait's record on countering terrorist financing, with a focus on how to continue cooperation amid the Gulf's ongoing diplomatic rift.
Apr 26, 2018
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  • Katherine Bauer
Articles & Testimony
How President Erdogan Is Turning Turkey into Putin's Russia
Erdogan’s repressive policies are steadily driving out the educated and business classes needed to achieve his goal of transforming the country into a great power.
Apr 24, 2018
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  • Soner Cagaptay
Protesters hold Syrian and Hezbollah flags
Brief Analysis
Hezbollah Will Be the Big Winner in Lebanon's Elections
The group has essentially guaranteed itself a victory by coopting opponents and shuffling electoral districts, but the West can still contain the damage by pressing Beirut on economic reforms.
Apr 19, 2018
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  • Hanin Ghaddar
Brief Analysis
Iran's Nuclear Holiday: A Final Attempt to Deter Trump
Hardliners will take comfort in the government's latest nuclear warnings to Washington, but the rhetoric could backfire if more Iranians come to believe that costly new projects hold little economic benefit for them.
Apr 9, 2018
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  • Omer Carmi
Qatari leader Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani - source: Reuters
Articles & Testimony
White House Meeting with Emir of Qatar Holds Potential for Deal, or Two
The summit could yield tentative agreements on any number of issues, from Arab-Israeli peacemaking to energy and arms deals.
Apr 8, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
The IRGC May Try to Divert Iraq's Electricity Payments
As Baghdad prepares to send large back payments to Tehran, any misappropriation could threaten the flow of electricity to Iraq and bolster sanctioned entities in Iran.
Apr 5, 2018
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  • Michael Knights
Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, speaking
Brief Analysis
The Most Important Speech of the Year in Iran
The Supreme Leader's latest Nowruz speech signaled concern about the regime's political legitimacy while remaining notably silent on the nuclear deal.
Apr 5, 2018
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  • Patrick Clawson
Brief Analysis
Bahrain Enters the Oil Big League
The kingdom's discovery of a huge new oil field could change the economic and political fortunes of a key Gulf ally.
Apr 4, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Tehran's Financial Woes Will Test U.S. Policy Resolve
Mike Pompeo and John Bolton will have ample opportunity to punish Iran through sanctions and other moves, but simply articulating clear, achievable U.S. goals could prove a formidable challenge.
Apr 3, 2018
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  • Jay Solomon

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Patrick Clawson
Patrick Clawson
Patrick Clawson is the Morningstar Senior Fellow and Research Counselor at The Washington Institute.
Simon Henderson
Simon Henderson
Simon Henderson is the Baker Senior Fellow and director of the Bernstein Program on Gulf and Energy Policy at The Washington Institute, specializing in energy matters and the conservative Arab states of the Persian Gulf.
Henry Rome
Henry Rome
Henry Rome was a Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy, specializing in Iran sanctions, economic, and nuclear issues.
Michael Singh
Michael Singh
Michael Singh is the Managing Director and Lane-Swig Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute.
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