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By David Daoud
As wave after wave of Israeli jets continue to strike Iran, Tehran's proxy on Israel’s northern border remains quiet.
By Atlantic Council experts
The escalation between Israel and Iran has raised many important questions about a region already facing crises on multiple fronts.
By Leonardo Jacopo Maria Mazzucco
While the Gulf remains central to China’s long-term maritime aspirations, its near-term military footprint is likely to stay limited.
By Muhsen al-Mustafa
With the end of Western sanctions, Syria faces a rare opportunity to address the imbalances of the post-conflict period.
By Sheila Paylan
Clinching peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan offers the US and Israel a rare chance to tilt the balance of power in the South Caucuses.
By Shermine Serbest
Iraq's position on the Syria transition is split between two camps: the official government, and that of the powerful non-state actors.
Municipal election results did not demonstrate the militant group’s dominance over Lebanon’s Shiites, but Hezbollah nevertheless retains popularity.
By Jonathan Fulton
The depth of Indian-Gulf relations creates a strong foundation for increased India-Middle East integration over the coming decades.
By Alissa Pavia and Maayan Dagan
The potential for normalization may seem farfetched, but there are many strategic benefits for Tunisia and Israel beyond what meets the eye.
By Gregory Waters and Kayla Koontz
Since Assad’s December ousting, Syrians have struggled to sift the truth from fake claims about security incidents across the country.
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