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In the News

Nov 7, 2024

Elisabeth Braw in Foreign Policy on Russia supplying targeting data to the Houthis

By Elisabeth Braw

On November 7, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw wrote an op-ed in Foreign Policy discussing Russia’s transfer of sensitive targeting data to the Houthis.

Maritime Security Russia

IranSource

Nov 1, 2024

How the death of Abdul Malik al-Houthi could impact the Houthis and Iran

By Emily Milliken and Caitlin Miller Hollingsworth

While Abdul Malik al-Houthi is still alive today, his death in the near term would impact the Houthi's ability to operate and widen a leadership vacuum within Iran’s Resistance Axis.

Conflict Iran

In the News

Oct 22, 2024

Braw in Foreign Policy on Russia’s infamous arms dealer Viktor Bout’s connection with the Houthis

By Elisabeth Braw

On October 22, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Elisabeth Braw wrote an op-ed in Foreign Policy discussing Russia’s infamous arm dealer Viktor Bout’s connections with the Houthis in Yemen.

Arms Control Europe & Eurasia

Fast Thinking

Oct 17, 2024

After Sinwar’s death, what’s next for Iran’s Axis of Resistance?

By Atlantic Council

Israel's killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar raises big questions about the future of Iran's proxy groups. Our experts answer them.

Conflict Israel

MENASource

Oct 4, 2024

One year after Hamas’s October 7 terrorist attacks, here’s how the region has changed

By Atlantic Council experts

One year on, the Gaza War remains unresolved and the potential for war across the region is becoming more likely. Atlantic Council experts take on questions about the war's impact—and its future.

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Sep 25, 2024

Shaffer quoted in S&P Global on US maritime capabilities in addressing Houthi threats

By Brenda Shaffer

Conflict Defense Policy

MENASource

Sep 24, 2024

Do the Houthis really have a hypersonic missile?

By Emily Milliken

The claim is concerning for more than just the high speeds; Hypersonic missiles are difficult for missile-defense systems to intercept.

Conflict Iran

Event Recap

Sep 19, 2024

Senator Joni Ernst on how to expand cooperation among US allies in the Middle East

By Emily Milliken

Event recap of the N7 Initiative's public event with Senator Joni Ernst

Economic Sanctions Israel

MENASource

Sep 11, 2024

As the Israel-Hamas war continues, the Abraham Accords quietly turns four

By Marcy Grossman

The Abraham Accords have laid a foundation far beyond any one conflict for greater peace in the region.

Conflict Israel

MENASource

Aug 22, 2024

Ensuring the UAE’s food security in an unstable region

By Hadi Fathallah

To safeguard its future, the UAE must urgently recalibrate its food security strategy while adapting to rapidly evolving global challenges.

Economy & Business Middle East