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A Turkish ‘Safe Zone’ in Syria: Prospects and Policy Implications
Establishing such a zone in the northeast would give Ankara and the United States a unique opportunity to work together, provided Washington can convince its European allies to participate as well.
Mar 1, 2019
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  • Michael Eisenstadt
  • Soner Cagaptay
Articles & Testimony
Bravado Could Escalate India-Pakistan Attacks to Nuclear Level
National pride and honor can be tricky variables, especially when not accompanied by common sense.
Feb 27, 2019
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
Repatriating Western Jihadists: The Impact of U.S. Syria Policy
Unless Washington changes its mixed message on foreign fighters and helps its European allies find practical solutions, it may soon face another mass outbreak of seasoned operatives from Syria.
Feb 27, 2019
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  • Matthew Levitt
  • Aaron Y. Zelin
Articles & Testimony
Russia’s Growing Influence in North Africa
Moscow casts itself as a reliable mediator and security partner, but in actuality it benefits from playing all sides of regional disputes and fostering perpetual low-level conflict.
Feb 26, 2019
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  • Anna Borshchevskaya
Brief Analysis
The Hodeida Redeployment Plan: A Slow Start in Yemen
Even as it nudges the parties to make good on their initial withdrawal agreements, Washington should counsel patience on what will likely be a long, bumpy road toward full peace talks.
Feb 26, 2019
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  • Elana DeLozier
Brief Analysis
Saudi Ambassador Switch Overshadows Important Defense Appointment
Sending a princess to head the embassy in Washington has grabbed the headlines, but her predecessor’s elevation to deputy defense minister may have greater policy and political implications.
Feb 25, 2019
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  • Simon Henderson
A U.S. Army soldier on patrol in Iraq
Brief Analysis
Options for a Lighter U.S. Footprint in Syria
There are alternatives to the overt presence of U.S. controllers on the ground, and allies can help maintain the tempo of strikes in various ways.
Feb 22, 2019
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  • August Pfluger
  • Michael Knights
Maps & Graphics
Brief Analysis
International Engagement in Iraq Is Tied to Military Presence
The U.S.-led coalition to defeat the Islamic State is the strongest alliance Iraq has ever enjoyed, but much of the resultant international attention and support could dissipate if forces are removed.
Feb 21, 2019
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  • Michael Knights
Satellite image of the Red Sea region and the Arabian Peninsula
Brief Analysis
Seeing Red: Trade and Threats Shaping Gulf-Horn Relations
The Red Sea is fast becoming a critical economic and security node between the Gulf states and the Horn of Africa, so Washington should work to ensure cooperation, not conflict.
Feb 15, 2019
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  • Elana DeLozier
Brief Analysis
Iran's Shift to a More Offensive Posture Could Be a Sign of Weakness
Pressures at home and abroad may be driving the regime to embrace new offensive operations and tactics, leaving the door open for a broader offensive strategy if another war erupts in the Middle East.
Feb 7, 2019
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  • Farzin Nadimi
Maps & Graphics
Brief Analysis
For Assad, Manbij Is the Key to East Syria
Reestablishing control in Manbij is the only way to build influence across the Euphrates, and now that U.S. troops are set to leave, both Russia and local Arab tribes may support this regime goal.
Feb 5, 2019
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  • Fabrice Balanche
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Reports from Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Capitol Hill
Middle East Policy Forecast for 2019
Three Institute scholars report on recent regional visits and U.S. legislative developments, looking ahead to the most critical policy questions in the coming year.
Feb 4, 2019
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  • Barbara A. Leaf
  • Dana Stroul
  • Dennis Ross
Articles & Testimony
Here’s Why U.S. Aid to Palestinians Needs to Continue
A former ambassador to Israel and a veteran congressional staffer outline concrete steps for preserving the most crucial security and humanitarian programs.
Jan 31, 2019
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  • Dana Stroul
  • Daniel Shapiro
Brief Analysis
Iran’s Nuclear Roadmap for 2019: Pushing the JCPOA’s Boundaries
As Tehran’s economic patience grows thinner, it may try to exploit holes in the nuclear deal as a way of pressuring the West, but this strategy could prove to be a double-edged sword.
Jan 30, 2019
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  • Omer Carmi
Brief Analysis
Money for Missiles? Reassessing the Saudi Visit to Pakistan
Out of the public view, access to Islamabad’s nuclear and missile technology could be the main agenda item for a bilateral meeting whose reported purpose is financial support.
Jan 29, 2019
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  • Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
In Damning Report, UN Panel Details War Economy in Yemen
By benefiting from questionable wartime revenue streams and outright corruption, both the Houthi rebels and the U.S.-supported Hadi government are inhibiting a transition to peace.
Jan 25, 2019
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  • Elana DeLozier
President Donald Trump speaks about Syria
Articles & Testimony
Now Trump’s Shutdown Threatens Israel’s Security
The last remaining thread of U.S.-Palestinian ties is the American-trained PA security forces, but Washington is about to cut them off.
Jan 21, 2019
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  • Neri Zilber
Russian soldiers in Syria
Articles & Testimony
Russia in the Middle East: Is There an Endgame?
The Kremlin often becomes more aggressive abroad to help shore up its legitimacy at home, so it may be more than happy to maintain a permanent state of low-level, managed conflict in the region.
Jan 20, 2019
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  • Anna Borshchevskaya
Russian president Vladimir Putin
Articles & Testimony
Is Chechnya Putin’s Blueprint for Syria?
If recent history is any indicator, ceding further ground to Russia virtually guarantees that the conflict will keep simmering for years to come.
Jan 18, 2019
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  • Anna Borshchevskaya
Brief Analysis
Gulf Cyber Cooperation with Israel: Balancing Threats and Rights
The provision of powerful cyber tools is important for national security in the Gulf states, but it has reportedly opened the door to human rights abuses.
Jan 17, 2019
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  • Neri Zilber

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