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For a Second Time, Iran Fires Missiles at IS Targets in Syria
Tehran likely used the attack to demonstrate its unhindered regional reach, while flashing its enhanced deterrent posture through the testing of new military hardware.
Oct 1, 2018
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  • Farzin Nadimi
Articles & Testimony
Nuclear Deal Was Not a Magic Wand for Rouhani—Iran in New Crisis
The Iranian president focused on the nuclear file to the exclusion of all other issues, and his country is feeling the consequences today.
Sep 28, 2018
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  • Mehdi Khalaji
Trump in a Meeting with Putin
Articles & Testimony
Israel, Iran, Syria and Trump Strategy: The Best Way Forward
Enhanced Russian support for the Syrian regime could dramatically boost risks for Israeli operations, and U.S. intervention alone can shift the calculus.
Sep 27, 2018
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  • Dennis Ross
Articles & Testimony
Iran and Hezbollah in Syria: U.S. Policy Options
A veteran Lebanese journalist discusses achievements by Iran and its chief proxy over seven years of war, and how U.S. countermeasures could still help restore stability and deter jihadism in Syria.
Sep 27, 2018
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  • Hanin Ghaddar
Articles & Testimony
Containing Iranian Proxies in Iraq
A former U.S. ambassador offers recommendations on how Washington can most effectively employ sanctions against Shia militias, reengage with Baghdad, and welcome a role from its Arab allies.
Sep 26, 2018
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  • Barbara A. Leaf
Multimedia
Brief Analysis
The Future of Regional Cooperation in the War on Terror
Four veteran counterterrorism experts discuss whether America's alliances with Middle East partners have helped or hindered the fight against global extremism.
Sep 19, 2018
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  • Matthew Levitt
  • Stephen Tankel
  • Tricia Bacon
  • Barak Mendelsohn
◆ Counterterrorism Lecture Series
Brief Analysis
The Smart Way to Sanction Iranian-Backed Militias in Iraq
Timing is everything, so Washington should coordinate its designations with Baghdad to avoid upsetting the government formation process or throwing Iran a lifeline.
Sep 17, 2018
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  • Michael Knights
  • Barbara A. Leaf
  • Matthew Levitt
  • Phillip Smyth
Articles & Testimony
Reshaping U.S. Aid to the Palestinians
Plenty of good actors remain on both sides of the Green Line, and by partnering with them, Washington can build on what has worked since Oslo and discard what has failed.
Sep 13, 2018
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  • Dennis Ross
  • Dave Harden
  • David Makovsky
Articles & Testimony
Trump’s Policy Toward the Palestinians Is Dazed and Confused—and Dangerous for Israel
The administration’s actions appear to contradict its statements about preserving the two-state solution, negotiating core issues like Jerusalem, facilitating PA economic growth, and pressuring Israeli leaders.
Sep 13, 2018
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  • Neri Zilber
Articles & Testimony
The Myth of ‘Failed’ Peace
The much-maligned peace process has been a great success from America’s perspective, and if we hold fast to its founding principles, its best days are yet to come.
Sep 12, 2018
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  • Robert Satloff
Articles & Testimony
Why Trump's Closure of the Palestinian Diplomatic Mission in Washington Could Backfire
Both sides may have reached a dead end, with Washington seemingly running out of pressure points and the PA increasingly backing away from the eroding diplomatic process.
Sep 12, 2018
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  • Ghaith al-Omari
Trump in a Meeting with Putin
Articles & Testimony
On Syria, the U.S. Can Drive a Hard Bargain with Russia
Putin gives nothing away without a price. To protect America’s interests, neither should Trump.
Sep 9, 2018
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  • Dennis Ross
Articles & Testimony
Survey of Terrorist Groups and Their Means of Financing
A former Treasury official discusses how governments, banks, and other entities need to adapt constantly just to keep up with the evolving financial tactics used by terrorists and their supporters.
Sep 7, 2018
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  • Katherine Bauer
Articles & Testimony
Afghanistan Central to Pompeo’s Meeting with Pakistani PM
President Trump is likely expecting some progress to emerge from this week’s diplomacy, but ongoing concerns with Islamabad’s stances on terrorism, Iran, and other issues mean he shouldn’t hold his breath.
Sep 4, 2018
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  • Simon Henderson
Articles & Testimony
Trump Wants to Help Israel by Cutting Aid to Palestinians. Why Are Some Israelis Worried?
Top IDF officials believe cuts could deepen the economic crisis in the West Bank and Gaza, put thousands of Palestinians out of work, and ultimately lead to violence.
Aug 29, 2018
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  • Neri Zilber
Video
Brief Analysis
Turkey Sanctions: Navigating a Historic Bilateral Crisis
Three experts examine the past drivers and near-term consequences of Washington’s rapidly escalating diplomatic conflict with Ankara.
Aug 17, 2018
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  • Amanda Sloat
  • Max Hoffman
  • Steven Cook
A man manipulates cables on a bank of internet data servers - source: Reuters
Brief Analysis
Iran's Passive Defense Organization: Another Target for Sanctions
Despite its nominal defense role, the NPDO has helped the regime repress citizens online, a function that Washington should counter with sanctions.
Aug 16, 2018
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  • Farzin Nadimi
Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, speaking
Articles & Testimony
Iran Is Throwing a Tantrum but Wants a Deal
Defiant warnings aside, Tehran will eventually negotiate with President Trump—as long as Vladimir Putin mediates.
Aug 15, 2018
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  • Dennis Ross
Articles & Testimony
A Horrible Game Changer
Washington's frustration regarding UNRWA reform and budgetary issues is understandable, but cutting off aid indefinitely will only destabilize Gaza and Jordan.
Aug 8, 2018
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  • Ghaith al-Omari
Articles & Testimony
U.S. and Iran Ramp Up War of Words Ahead of Sanctions
Despite the fiery rhetoric, Washington has seen much worse over the course of its long non-relationship with the Islamic Republic.
Jul 30, 2018
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  • Barbara A. Leaf

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