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In the early hours of March 18, Israel launched air strikes on Gaza, ending the two-month cease-fire. Atlantic Council experts answer pressing questions about the resumed conflict.
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New Atlanticist Mar 17, 2025

Enough carrots for Putin. For better negotiations, serve ‘maximum pressure’ instead.

By Benjamin L. Schmitt, Richard L. Morningstar, and Daniel Fried

Since Russia appears content for negotiations to move slowly, the Trump administration should turn up the pressure with new sanctions.
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Bakir in Middle East Eye: Syria after Assad: Sharaa’s delicate balancing act with Israel

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Present without impact? How the Middle East perceives China’s diplomatic engagement

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Bakir in Middle East Eye: Syria after Assad: Sharaa’s delicate balancing act with Israel

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