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How Is the Saudi Public Likely Responding to the Crisis over Khashoggi’s Disappearance? The Popularity of Riyadh’s “Reformist Repression”
The mysterious and deeply troubling disappearance of noted Saudi political commentator Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul has refocused attention on the paradox of Saudi “reformist repression.” Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s arrival in Saudi Arabia highlights the seriousness of this episode, and if Saudi agents were indeed
Oct 16, 2018
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David Pollock
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Gaïd Salah and the Future of the Algerian Army
As the question of succession dominates public concerns in Algeria, divisions between Algerian President Bouteflika’s supporters and opponents have deepened among political, military, administrative, and economic elites. Intractable political conflicts resulting from the inability to decide over who holds the power of veto for succession have characterized the fourth term
Oct 16, 2018
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Abdelillah Bendaoudi
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Syria’s War is Not Over
Conversations on the future of Syria have increasingly shifted to reconstruction and ‘the day after,’ with international calls for an end to the Syrian regime, significantly weakened as a result of years of war and suffering. During an October 2 seminar on conflict mediation in Sweden, UN Special Envoy for
Oct 16, 2018
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Mohamad Kamal al-Labwani
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Russia Giving Syria the S-300 Is More Message Than Menace
The system’s familiarity and potentially minimal, nonintegrated deployment mean that U.S. and Israeli pilots have little to fear from Moscow’s announcement.
Oct 16, 2018
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Anna Borshchevskaya
Articles & Testimony
Khashoggi Case Could Be Death of U.S.-Saudi Friendship
The crisis casts doubt on whether Western officials can continue excusing the crown prince’s domestic authoritarianism.
Oct 15, 2018
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Simon Henderson
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Haftar on Algeria: Testing the Waters
In a September meeting with local dignitaries in Libya, Field Marshal and head of the Libyan National Army Khalifa Haftar accused the Algerian army of exploiting the state of war in order to enter Libya. Haftar claimed to have communicated his objections to Algerian authorities, adding that “Algeria is not
Oct 15, 2018
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Ahmed Marwane
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So Much Winning: Why Mahmoud Abbas Thinks He’s Beating Trump—and Israel
He’s 83, with no successor and no state, but he still seems to believe that defiance is a worthwhile end in of itself.
Oct 14, 2018
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David Makovsky
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Saudi Arabia’s Ruler Should Understand That the Ends Don’t Justify the Means
Invoking the Magnitsky Act would send a clear signal that some actions are irreconcilable with global norms and Riyadh’s own transformative vision.
Oct 11, 2018
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Dennis Ross
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Erdogan’s Idlib: Humanitarian Crisis or Political Sticking Point?
In his public remarks and positions, the Turkish president tends to divide the world into two sides based on his own understanding and self-interest: the world of good and the world of evil. Those who stand by him in his aspirations, both legitimate and illegitimate, fall into the former category
Oct 10, 2018
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Aldar Khalil
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Peshmerga Female Fighters: From Frontline to Sideline
While women have served in Peshmerga forces for decades, female Peshmerga have primarily found themselves maintaining border security, protecting women’s shelters, and providing medical and communication services throughout history. Female fighters rarely carried out combat-related duties and stayed far from the front lines where their male comrades were stationed. However
Oct 10, 2018
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Hanar Marouf
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How Trump Can Get a Better Deal on Iran
The United States needs to keep Europe on board, go beyond sanctions, and ensure lasting bipartisan support for its new policy.
Oct 10, 2018
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Michael Singh
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A Strengthening Shiite Axis Paradoxically Gives Peace between Syria and Israel a Chance
As the Assad-Iran-Russian axis prepares for the "last battle in Idlib," the question arises: what does the ‘day after’ look like for the region when events in Syria finally come to a conclusion? It is clear that Iran’s proxy forces would prefer to create a new Syria in accordance with
Oct 10, 2018
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Uri Halperin
Brief Analysis
Washington Should Reverse Its Retreat in Basra
The shuttering of a vital U.S. diplomatic outpost in Iraq sends all the wrong signals about America’s resolve to push back against Iran’s malign activities.
Oct 10, 2018
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Michael Knights
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Saudi Journalist’s Disappearance Developing Into Diplomatic Mess
Rumors of murder squads, jet identification numbers, and other ominous details will likely exacerbate regional rivalries.
Oct 9, 2018
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Simon Henderson
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Russia's Deepening Military Involvement in Syria
Three experts discuss what Moscow's arms deliveries and growing military footprint in Syria mean for American operations in the Levant, U.S.-Russian relations, and Washington's allies in the region.
Oct 5, 2018
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Anna Borshchevskaya
Robert Hamilton
Steven Zaloga
Brief Analysis
Hezbollah’s Urban Missile Factories Put Civilians at Risk
Even if exposing missile sites does not convince the group to dismantle them, it would at least counter the narrative that ‘resistance’ is good for the Lebanese people and economy.
Oct 4, 2018
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Hanin Ghaddar
Matthew Levitt
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The Worrisome Mystery of a Saudi Journalist’s Whereabouts
If Riyadh did in fact order Khashoggi’s detention, it may be miscalculating the likely negative impact on U.S. diplomacy and Western investment.
Oct 3, 2018
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Simon Henderson
Brief Analysis
After the Ilyushin Crash: Israel's Anti-Iran Operations in Syria
Russia delivered advanced air-defense systems to Syria after the recent airplane-downing incident, but its desire to check Iran could permit continued Israeli operations in the Syrian skies.
Oct 3, 2018
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Assaf Orion
Articles & Testimony
If Trump Wants the Ultimate Deal, He Must Not Repeat These Mistakes
Israeli-Palestinian peace is elusive because all of the parties, including the United States, have made a series of damaging but preventable errors.
Oct 2, 2018
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Dennis Ross
David Makovsky
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Iraq's Post-2014 Counter Terrorism Service
More than a decade ago, the United States created the elite Iraqi Counter Terrorism Service to conduct, coordinate, and lead CT efforts within the country. The CTS generally thrived in this role, even as Iraqis viewed the group with suspicion owing to its secretive operations, forbidding look, and avoidance of
Oct 2, 2018
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David Witty
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