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King Salman's Moscow Visit Overshadowed by Past Tensions
The two countries have found themselves at odds on several decades' worth of regional issues, but Riyadh may finally be coming around to Moscow's views on Syria, energy, and trade.
Oct 4, 2017
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  • Anna Borshchevskaya
Articles & Testimony
A Field Trip to the Front Lines of the Qatar-Saudi Cold War
The ongoing Gulf crisis is seen as an almost childish indulgence in Washington and Europe, but diplomacy and PR campaigns have made little progress in bringing it to an end.
Sep 28, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
Is Saudi Arabia Really Changing?
A woman's right to drive has much to say about the influence of the kingdom's hardline clerics and the prospects for deep, lasting reform.
Sep 27, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
From Moscow to Marrakech: Russia Is Turning Its Eyes to Africa
Moscow's growing outreach to Algeria, Libya, and neighboring states aligns well with its survival strategy of undermining the West while simultaneously working with it.
Sep 21, 2017
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  • Anna Borshchevskaya
The Outlook for Energy in the Middle East
Ambassador James Jeffrey joined the Columbia Energy Exchange podcast for a conversation on how the Middle East's political situation is affecting energy markets. Among the many topics of discussion were the political situation in Iraq and the outlook for future oil production; the future of the Iran nuclear deal and
Sep 18, 2017
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  • James Jeffrey
Articles & Testimony
What Is at Stake in Iraqi Kurdish Vote for Independence?
Despite all the diplomatic posturing and domestic politicking, the day after the referendum may look very much like the day before.
Sep 18, 2017
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  • Michael Knights
Brief Analysis
The Kuwaiti Emir Visits Washington
In addition to addressing the Qatar crisis and other regional challenges, this week's bilateral meetings promise to focus on how the United States and Kuwait can expand their economic ties and CT cooperation.
Sep 6, 2017
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  • Lori Plotkin Boghardt
Articles & Testimony
Free Trade Zone in the Context of Growing Russia-Egypt Ties
The agriculture and military sectors of both countries stand to benefit from an agreement, even if the zone will not be an overall economic success.
Aug 25, 2017
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  • Anna Borshchevskaya
Brief Analysis
Defusing the Electricity Crisis in Gaza -- For Now
The recent deal to restore electricity to the territory will ease short-term concerns, but given the turbulent Palestinian and regional political scene, a more sustainable solution will require setting up independent mechanisms for utility provision.
Jun 22, 2017
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  • Katherine Bauer
  • Ghaith al-Omari
Articles & Testimony
China Courts Iran to Sell Goods, Diversify Oil Sources
The Washington Institute's Simon Henderson and Cipher Brief's Bennett Seftel met to discuss key areas of Saudi-China cooperation, the ways in which increased bilateral relations affect China's role in the Middle East, and ties between China and Iran.
Jun 15, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
Why Regional Dynamics Open the Door for Jordan-Israel Cooperation
Pressing circumstances have pushed the Jordanian business community to set aside ideological objections and become more open to major projects with Israel.
Jun 13, 2017
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  • Haisam Hassanein
Brief Analysis
U.S. Options in the Qatar Crisis
To prevent escalation and preserve American interests in the Gulf, Washington should consider various steps on the diplomatic, military, energy, and counterterrorism fronts.
Jun 7, 2017
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  • Lori Plotkin Boghardt
  • Simon Henderson
  • Matthew Levitt
  • Katherine Bauer
Articles & Testimony
Will Qatar's Diplomatic Exile Spark the Next Great War?
The Sunni Gulf powers have long been spoiling for a fight with Iran, and this could be just the excuse they need.
Jun 5, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Iran Tweaks Gulf-Qatar Rift
A row has erupted among GCC heavyweights only days after President Trump left Riyadh, potentially undermining the agreed policy of containing Iran.
May 30, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
What To Expect After Iran's Election
The outcome is unlikely to bring much change to Tehran's foreign and security policy, but it will reveal how stable the Iranian system is when the powerful hardliners are decisively rejected by voters.
May 19, 2017
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  • Patrick Clawson
  • Nader Uskowi
  • Farzin Nadimi
  • Katherine Bauer
Brief Analysis
Vanishing Islam in Iran's Election
With Islamic ideology losing its seductive influence, the only way to prolong the regime's life is to reform the economy -- a difficult prospect given the president's weakness and the continued interference of powerful, unaccountable entities.
May 16, 2017
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  • Mehdi Khalaji
Brief Analysis
Iran's Presidential Election: The Economic Situation
Despite some positive growth indicators, Rouhani faces an uphill struggle to convince voters that his economic plan is truly best for them.
May 3, 2017
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  • Patrick Clawson
Articles & Testimony
The Other Green Movement: Renewable Energy's Prospects in Iran
Greater reliance on green technology for domestic energy needs would allow Tehran to sell more oil and gas abroad, address the population's growing concerns about pollution, and fulfill its international climate commitments.
Apr 27, 2017
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  • Emily Burlinghaus
Brief Analysis
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, One Year On
Royal rivalries, oil uncertainties, and premature optimism about reform initiatives could jeopardize the kingdom's hopes for transformative economic change.
Apr 24, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Does Egypt Need an FTA with the United States?
Given the many factors militating against a U.S.-Egypt trade deal, Washington should instead push for the Egyptians to avail themselves of existing mechanisms, especially the Qualifying Industrial Zones.
Apr 24, 2017
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  • Haisam Hassanein

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Patrick Clawson
Patrick Clawson is the Morningstar Senior Fellow and Research Counselor at The Washington Institute.
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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.
Michael Singh
Michael Singh
Michael Singh is the Managing Director and Lane-Swig Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute.
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