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The Middle East's Next Nuclear Power?
In the face of stiff opposition and ongoing economic and security challenges, Jordan may delay its decision on building nuclear reactors for now, but energy shortages could force its hand in the longer term.
Jan 28, 2015
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  • David Schenker
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Jordan's Fight Against the Islamic State Remains Complicated
Threatened by ISIS and beholden to Washington, Amman will continue to play a critical role in the coalition, but its involvement comes with a domestic political cost.
Jan 14, 2015
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  • David Schenker
Brief Analysis
Jordan's King Abdullah Comes to Washington
Friday's meeting offers an opportunity to discuss the kingdom's domestic challenges, the proposed no-fly zone in northern Syria, and the potential ramifications of ramped-up training of Syrian opposition forces on Jordanian territory.
Dec 4, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Brief Analysis
Regional Nuclear Plans in the Aftermath of an Iran Deal
While the purpose of multilateral negotiations with Iran is to reduce proliferation concerns, successful talks may in fact accelerate nuclear plans in the Gulf states and Jordan.
Nov 21, 2014
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  • Simon Henderson
  • Olli Heinonen
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Jordanian Public Keen on Hamas, But Not ISIS or the Muslim Brotherhood
Notwithstanding the violent turbulence on Jordan's borders, a new poll indicates that the kingdom will likely continue muddling through, with little sign of mass uprisings, major reform, or dramatic policy reversals.
Oct 30, 2014
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  • David Pollock
Brief Analysis
Twenty Years of Israeli-Jordanian Peace: A Brief Assessment
The treaty's trade and security benefits have been considerable, though many Jordanians continue to reject the likely economic windfall that full normalization could bring.
Oct 23, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Articles & Testimony
There's a Worrisome Amount of Support in Jordan for the Islamic State
As the palace dispatches bombing sorties and mitigates immediate threats posed by ISIS, the ongoing dynamic in Syria guarantees a growing and potentially destabilizing reservoir of Jordanian popular sympathy for the group.
Oct 20, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Brief Analysis
Tough Dilemma in Southern Syria
Coordinated Israeli, Jordanian, and allied assistance in the south could boost the moderate Syrian rebels there, stave off an extremist takeover, and facilitate the ongoing international campaign against ISIS.
Oct 6, 2014
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  • Ehud Yaari
From Gaza to ISIS: A Trip Report Assessing the Arab-Israeli Arena
Conversations with senior officials in Egypt, Jordan, and Israel highlight the complexities of -- and potential links between -- the region's latest crises.
Sep 12, 2014
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  • Robert Satloff
Brief Analysis
Jordan's Energy Decision: Go with Israel
Today's draft agreement will have to withstand domestic and foreign pressure on Amman.
Sep 3, 2014
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  • Simon Henderson
  • David Schenker
Brief Analysis
Preventing ISIS Inroads in Jordan
Amman appears committed to difficult economic reforms, but militant Islamists -- and controversial palace initiatives -- continue to challenge the kingdom's stability.
Sep 3, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Articles & Testimony
Countering the ISIS Threat to Jordan
Since last summer the Obama administration has been missing in action as the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham, or ISIS, conquered much of Syria and Iraq. But as the terrorist organization now turns its sights on the pro-Western Kingdom of Jordan, Washington can no longer ignore its territorial gains
Jul 13, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Articles & Testimony
ISIS Poses Threat Beyond Iraq
In addition to addressing the Iraq crisis directly, Washington should take a more robust, strategic approach to Syria while preempting possible threats to Jordan and other states.
Jul 2, 2014
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  • Dennis Ross
Articles & Testimony
Jordan Has a Jihadi Problem Too
The full extent of Salafi jihadist inroads in the kingdom will likely remain unknown until the war in Syria ends, but the current indicators are troubling.
Jun 13, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Brief Analysis
Jordan and the Syria Crisis: Mitigating the 'Known Unknowns'
As extremists continue to move into southern Syria, growing security and humanitarian problems may soon outstrip Jordan's ability to handle spillover from the war.
May 30, 2014
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  • Andrew J. Tabler
Brief Analysis
Salafi Jihadists on the Rise in Jordan
The longer the war in Syria continues, the greater the threat these fighters will likely pose.
May 2, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Articles & Testimony
Why Refugee Influx Threatens Lebanon, Jordan Stability
Regardless of how much relief money is spent, life for the refugees in Lebanon and Jordan will become increasingly inhospitable absent a horizon for return to Syria.
Apr 10, 2014
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  • David Schenker
Brief Analysis
Jordan's Energy Balancing Act
A deal to buy Israeli natural gas can help mitigate the kingdom's energy shortage and steer Amman away from problematic nuclear plans, but it risks stirring domestic opposition.
Mar 12, 2014
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  • David Schenker
  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Clarifying the Security Arrangements Debate: Israeli Forces in the Jordan Valley
U.S., Israeli, and Palestinian negotiations could lower the heat and shed some light on the clash over Jordan Valley security arrangements by promoting a public debate grounded in the facts of current and prospective Israeli deployments.
Feb 24, 2014
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  • Michael Eisenstadt
  • Robert Satloff
Brief Analysis
Jordan Not Out of the Woods Yet
President Obama's reaffirmed pledges of assistance to Jordan are helpful, but they may not be enough to safeguard the country if the situation in Syria continues to fester.
Feb 19, 2014
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  • David Schenker

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