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Political and fiscal pressure is pulling Libya apart at the seams and creating conditions that threaten neighboring countries.

Sep 11, 2013

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Geoff Porter

Articles & Testimony

Natural Gas Export Options for Israel and Cyprus

An in-depth report on the various opportunities and obstacles that have arisen following major offshore gas finds in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Sep 11, 2013

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Simon Henderson

Articles & Testimony

If I Were in Charge of Egypt

The Guardian website recently launched a new feature asking readers to weigh in on current affairs, then having an expert respond to them. In this edition, the editors asked Washington Institute fellow Eric Trager to assess the viability of a detailed plan (submitted by reader "2cents") for putting Egypt on

Aug 5, 2013

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Eric Trager

Brief Analysis

U.S. Shale Poses a Looming Challenge to Saudi Energy Policy

A Saudi prince's tweet has focused attention on a likely fall in the price of oil, which could boost the global economy while causing instability in the kingdom.

Jul 30, 2013

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Simon Henderson

Brief Analysis

Now Is the Time for a U.S.-Turkey Free Trade Agreement

Washington, Brussels, and Ankara could reap numerous economic and strategic benefits from a bilateral U.S.-Turkey FTA, but they will need to act quickly to ensure that their efforts mesh with the U.S.-EU trade talks already in progress.

Jul 23, 2013

Brief Analysis

Gulf Aid to Egypt and U.S. Policy

Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait's new financial aid to Cairo should be used to facilitate a political transition and stabilize Egypt's fragile economy.

Jul 10, 2013

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Simon Henderson

Qatari leader Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani - source: Reuters

Brief Analysis

Qatar's New Leader Replaces Long-Serving Prime Minister

The emirate's transition to a new generation of younger leaders continues, with uncertain implications for Doha's foreign policy and relations with Washington.

Jun 26, 2013

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Simon Henderson

Brief Analysis

Israel's Go-Ahead on Natural Gas

Israel's export decision should be welcomed, but domestic opposition could discourage necessary foreign investment.

Jun 21, 2013

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Simon Henderson

Multimedia

Brief Analysis

The Middle East at the U.S.-China Summit

Discussions with Chinese officials and analysts highlight the need for measured cooperation on various regional issues, including endgame diplomatic proposals for Iran and de-escalation in Syria.

Jun 5, 2013

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Paul Haenle
James Jeffrey

Video

In-Depth Reports

Israel and the Middle East's Shifting Energy Landscape

Institute Baker fellow and energy expert Simon Henderson led a conversation at the 2013 Soref Symposium on May 9, 2013, on the rapidly evolving energy landscape in the Middle East within the context of Israel's emergence as a regional energy producer. Sir Michael Leigh is consultant and senior advisor to

May 23, 2013

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Sir Michael Leigh
Brenda Shaffer

Multimedia

In-Depth Reports

Beijing, Moscow, and the Middle East

Two leading scholars of Russian and Chinese foreign policy explored Moscow and Beijing's evolving interests and approaches to the Middle East at the Institute's 2013 Soref Symposium.

May 9, 2013

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Alexander Shumilin
Wu Bingbing

Articles & Testimony

China's Middle East Footprint

Despite concerns about stability, oil, and Islamism, Beijing will continue to let Washington underwrite security in the Gulf.

Apr 26, 2013

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David Schenker

Brief Analysis

The Emir of Qatar's Oval Office Meeting

Qatar, an often-difficult ally, has been actively aiding the Syrian opposition and the Egyptian government, and Washington will likely press Doha to coordinate better on both issues.

Apr 22, 2013

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Simon Henderson

Brief Analysis

Azerbaijan's Cooperation with Israel Goes Beyond Iran Tensions

Azerbaijan has ample, independent strategic reasons for its cooperation with Israel and poor relations with Tehran, notwithstanding the recent spike in Iranian tensions.

Apr 16, 2013

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Brenda Shaffer

Brief Analysis

Turkey's Choice in Iraq: Burned Bridges or Win-Win-Win

The next six months could see either a game-changing strategic energy compact between Turkey and the Iraqi Kurds or movement toward a more sustainable Ankara-Baghdad-Erbil relationship. Washington has a strong interest in encouraging the latter.

Apr 15, 2013

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Michael Knights

Brief Analysis

A View from Cairo: Egypt Is Too Big to Save

Prematurely granting an IMF loan without pressuring the Muslim Brotherhood government to reform and compromise would only accelerate Egypt's descent into failure.

Apr 12, 2013

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Mahmoud Salem

Brief Analysis

Iran Beyond Oil?

The role of oil in Iran's economy is declining, undercutting Western efforts to press the regime by reducing its oil export revenue.

Apr 2, 2013

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Patrick Clawson

Brief Analysis

Egypt's Economic Crisis: How to Help Cairo Help Itself

Because Egypt's economic crisis has political roots, international donors cannot save the country by themselves. But they can use the IMF negotiations to help Cairo recognize that a turnaround will require not just economic reform, but more inclusive government and political reconciliation.

Mar 25, 2013

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Michael Singh

Brief Analysis

Eastern Mediterranean Natural Gas and Jordan's Energy Options

President Obama should support regional initiatives that help ameliorate Jordan's energy problems, such as exporting natural gas from fields off the coasts of Israel and Gaza.

Mar 11, 2013

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Simon Henderson
David Schenker

Brief Analysis

Iraq's Budget Threat Against the Kurds

In response to Iraq's troubling new budget, Washington should pressure Baghdad to leave the KRG's monthly funding intact and increase the allocation for oil cost recovery.

Mar 11, 2013

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Michael Knights

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