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The Shortest Route to Mideast Peace Is Through Saudi Arabia
A peace conference in Jeddah attended by Israelis and Palestinians could be a first step toward serious talks.
Aug 13, 2017
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  • Haisam Hassanein
Articles & Testimony
Tillerson Can End the Qatar Standoff
To preserve his credibility as a diplomat, the secretary of state needs to put a win on the board.
Aug 1, 2017
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  • Dennis Ross
Articles & Testimony
How Kuwait Is Surviving the Gulf Crisis
The Kuwaiti emir helping to mediate the conflict is regarded as one of the region's wise, experienced figures, but the country must demonstrate sensitivity to both sides as it continues to seek a resolution.
Jul 27, 2017
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  • Lori Plotkin Boghardt
Articles & Testimony
Assessing the U.S.-Qatar Relationship
The Institute's leading counterterrorism expert discusses Washington's ties with the Gulf country, contending that Qatar must take substantive, verifiable steps to address the shortcomings in its posture toward Islamist extremism.
Jul 26, 2017
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  • Matthew Levitt
Articles & Testimony
Yemen: The View from Riyadh
In a conflict with no viable path to peace -- and in which the Yemeni people are threatened by violence, famine, and cholera -- the Trump administration and regional players must bring a sense of urgency to diplomatic efforts.
Jul 23, 2017
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  • Stephen Seche
  • Eric Pelofsky
Brief Analysis
Saudi Palace Politics Gain Pace
A media revelation about King Salman preparing a video declaring it is time for Muhammad bin Salman to replace him could accelerate changes in order to preempt opposition from other royal quarters.
Jul 20, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
What to Expect From the State Department's Annual Counterterrorism Report
Areas of focus will likely include a damaged but still dangerous Islamic State, a regrouping al-Qaeda, and the wide network fielded by Iran and its proxy Hezbollah.
Jul 18, 2017
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  • Matthew Levitt
  • Katherine Bauer
  • Aaron Y. Zelin
Brief Analysis
The Qatar Crisis on the Mediterranean's Shores
Secretary Tillerson should bear in mind that his diplomatic efforts over Qatar's role in the Middle East will have significant implications for the balance of power in Libya, not just the Gulf.
Jul 12, 2017
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  • Ben Fishman
In-Depth Reports
Kuwait: Democracy Trumps Reform
With Secretary of State Rex Tillerson now in Kuwait to support its mediating role in a severe intra-Arab crisis, an analysis of that country's unusual political and social dynamics is particularly timely. Relative to its neighbors, Kuwait is indeed a sort of middle ground in terms of several key issues
Jul 11, 2017
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  • David Pollock
Will the Gulf Crisis Blow Up the Middle East?
A discussion of what's at stake in the region, how to evaluate the situation, and the roles of Israel and Iran.
Jul 11, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Addressing Iranian Weapons Smuggling and the Humanitarian Situation in Yemen
Reenergized and more-targeted maritime interdiction operations could reduce Iranian support for the Houthis while helping respond to Yemen's humanitarian crisis.
Jul 11, 2017
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  • Eric Pelofsky
  • Jeremy Vaughan
Qatari leader Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani - source: Reuters
Articles & Testimony
Qatar Crisis: Worst Case Scenarios
A dramatic response by Qatar could entail an appeal to the UN Security Council or, more dangerously, an attempt to play its military cards, both of which would carry risks for the United States.
Jul 6, 2017
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  • James Jeffrey
  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Simmering Trouble in Oil-Rich Shia Area Complicates Riyadh's Concerns
Incidents in the town of al-Awamiyah are creating headaches for the Saudi leadership and adding to regional tensions.
Jul 5, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
The Muslim Brotherhood Is the Root of the Qatar Crisis
The Saudi-led bloc has made thirteen demands of Doha, but they're mostly about resolving one issue -- and time is almost up.
Jul 2, 2017
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  • Eric Trager
Articles & Testimony
The Palace Intrigue at the Heart of the Qatar Crisis
Riyadh and Abu Dhabi are probably trying to groom an alternative and more pliable al-Thani, as compared to the current emir and "father-emir," for a leadership role.
Jun 30, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
Embrace a New Saudi Arabia
The United States should work with Muhammad bin Salman, the new crown prince, as he pushes for change.
Jun 29, 2017
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  • Dennis Ross
Brief Analysis
Saudi Royal Rivalries Test U.S. Relations
Washington should back the winning side, represented by the new crown prince, but it must also be mindful of shifting family dynamics and tread carefully.
Jun 29, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
Tillerson's 'Peaceful' Regime Change for Iran:
Really? And What Comes Next?
Efforts by U.S. officials to identify or suggest support for anti-regime "elements" within Iran will only undermine any authenticity these elements previously enjoyed.
Jun 26, 2017
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  • Eric Pelofsky
Brief Analysis
Gulf Crisis with Qatar Challenges the United States
Extremely tough conditions set by Saudi Arabia and the UAE for resolving the diplomatic rift with Qatar could force Washington to choose sides.
Jun 23, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
The New 'King' of Saudi Arabia
Although pro-American, now-crown-prince Muhammad bin Salman has a firm view of Saudi Arabia's place in the world and his own role in securing it.
Jun 21, 2017
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  • Simon Henderson

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Featured experts

Michael Eisenstadt
Michael Eisenstadt
Michael Eisenstadt is the Kahn Senior Fellow and director of The Washington Institute's Military and Security Studies Program.
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.
Michael Knights
Michael Knights
Michael Knights is the Jill and Jay Bernstein Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute and cofounder of the Militia Spotlight platform, which offers in-depth analysis of developments related to Iran-backed militias.
Elizabeth Dent - source: The Washington Institute
Elizabeth Dent
Elizabeth Dent is a 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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