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Iran Plans to Make Its Oil Industry More Resilient
To counter U.S. sanctions, Tehran is pursuing a three-pronged strategy of diversifying its export outlets, bumping up fuel production, and creating a strategic storage network.
Dec 11, 2018
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  • Farzin Nadimi
Articles & Testimony
The United States, Saudi Arabia, and the Middle East in the Post-Khashoggi Era
In addition to imperiling U.S. public support for regional relationships, neglecting human rights issues can blind policymakers to the brittleness of certain partner states.
Dec 10, 2018
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  • Michael Singh
Brief Analysis
The UAE and Yemen’s Islah: A Coalition Coalesces
To jumpstart the moribund peace process and ensure Emirati influence in postwar Yemen, Abu Dhabi seems willing to swallow its distaste for certain Islamist parties, at least for now.
Dec 6, 2018
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  • Barbara A. Leaf
  • Elana DeLozier
Articles & Testimony
Russian Romancing, Saudi Intrigue Precede OPEC Meeting
The cartel’s uncertain future may be shaped by any number of economic and diplomatic wildcards, including Russian outreach, Qatari gas exports, and U.S. turmoil over the Khashoggi murder.
Dec 5, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Counter-Drone Capabilities in the Middle East and Beyond: A Primer
Despite growing interest and investment, countering unmanned aircraft remains a significant challenge given the nature of the threat, the rapid evolution of drone technology, and the dynamic nature of modern warfare.
Dec 3, 2018
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  • Arthur Holland Michel
Articles & Testimony
There’s No Reason Congress and Trump Can’t Achieve Their Goals for Saudi Arabia
The two branches have several means of imposing consequences and altering objectionable Saudi policies without demolishing the entire strategic relationship.
Nov 29, 2018
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  • Dennis Ross
Brief Analysis
The Sectarian Significance of Bahrain’s Elections
The imminent polls will not alter the power structure of the strategically positioned Gulf state, but they could affect its simmering Shia unrest and wider regional politics.
Nov 21, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
CIA’s Report Complicates U.S. Response to Khashoggi Murder
The resultant congressional furor could throw a wrench in arms sales and other important bilateral policy matters.
Nov 19, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
New Saudi Statement on Khashoggi’s Killing: Policy Response
Riyadh’s shifting, dubious storyline presents a dilemma for allies who want to reestablish good working relations with the world’s largest oil exporter.
Nov 15, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Yemen’s Second-in-Command May Have a Second Coming
Gen. Ali Mohsen could wind up as interim president despite his unpalatability to various parties, so Washington should prepare accordingly to avoid derailing peace talks.
Nov 9, 2018
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  • Elana DeLozier
Articles & Testimony
Is a Ceasefire Possible in Yemen?
Washington is launching a seemingly determined effort to end the war, but are Iran and its Houthi allies ready to compromise with their enemies in Saudi Arabia and the UAE?
Nov 6, 2018
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  • Michael Knights
Brief Analysis
U.S.-Saudi Security Cooperation (Part 2): Restricting Operational Support in Yemen
The United States should keep training and advising Saudi forces if they meet certain conditions, but it should end refueling support to Saudi aircraft operating near Yemen.
Nov 6, 2018
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  • Michael Knights
  • August Pfluger
Brief Analysis
U.S.-Saudi Security Cooperation (Part 1): Conditioning Arms Sales to Build Leverage
Washington should continue its selective approach to restricting the delivery of certain offensive weapons, yet leave defensive procurement on track.
Nov 5, 2018
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  • Michael Knights
Articles & Testimony
Qatar’s Architect of a New Life for Gazans
A conversation with a Qatari ambassador sheds light on what is required to address Gaza’s most pressing humanitarian needs and build on the latest ceasefire talks.
Nov 5, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Getting to Zero Iranian Oil Exports
The world oil market will be the most sensitive indicator of how increased sanctions affect Iran.
Nov 1, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
U.S. Officials Push for Yemen Talks
Washington’s abrupt change in tone could bolster the UN envoy’s efforts to end the fighting and convene negotiations sooner rather than later.
Oct 31, 2018
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  • Elana DeLozier
  • August Pfluger
Articles & Testimony
U.S. Must Impose a Price on Saudis, But One With a Clear Purpose
Rather than limiting itself to half-measures, Washington should suspend the delivery of offensive weapons and take other steps that convince Riyadh to change the way it operates.
Oct 30, 2018
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  • Dennis Ross
Brief Analysis
Netanyahu Visits Oman
The high-profile nature of the meeting reaffirms Israel’s success in developing ties with Gulf states, as well as the independent character of Oman’s leader.
Oct 26, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
  • Assaf Orion
Brief Analysis
What Does Khashoggi’s Murder Tell Us About the Saudi Power Structure?
The prospect of MbS ruling for decades was once thought to portend stability for the kingdom, but that judgment now seems premature.
Oct 22, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
President Donald Trump meeting with King Salman in Saudi Arabia in 2017 - source: Reuters
Articles & Testimony
Of Course Saudi Arabia’s Leader Doesn’t Fear U.S. Fury. We Give Him Everything He Wants.
With friends like these in Washington, no wonder the crown prince believes he can get away with outrageous actions.
Oct 17, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson

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The Washington Institute's Bernstein Program on Gulf and Energy Policy embodies the Institute's long-term research focus on the conservative Arab Gulf states -- Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, and Oman -- and the key role these countries play collectively as a primary source of the world's oil and natural gas.

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Michael Eisenstadt
Michael Eisenstadt is the Kahn Senior Fellow and director of The Washington Institute's Military and Security Studies Program.
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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.
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Elizabeth Dent
Elizabeth Dent is the Nathan and Esther K. Wagner Senior Fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, where she focuses on U.S. foreign and defense policy toward the Gulf states, Iraq, and Syria.
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