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After Operation Inherent Resolve: How to not mess up US-Iraq security relations again

By C. Anthony Pfaff

The importance of broadening US relations with Iraq beyond counter-terror operations cannot be overstated.

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MENASource Sep 5, 2024

Iraq’s new family law amendment could potentially legalize child marriage—and fracture the country

By Nibras Basitkey

The Iraqi parliament recently proposed an amendment that could potentially legalize child marriage for girls as young as nine, thereby further restricting women’s rights.

Civil Society Conflict

MENASource Jul 11, 2024

Investing in Iraq’s education will contribute to its revival

By Honar Issa

Investing in Iraq’s education system offers a unique opportunity for the United States to not only support a key ally but also address the root causes of instability in the region.

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The Iraq Initiative provides transatlantic and regional policy makers with unique perspectives and analysis on the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing Iraq as the country tries to build an inclusive political system, attract economic investment, and encourage a vibrant civil society.

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Ahmed Tabaqchali

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Jan 21, 2016

Feeling the Oil Crunch

By Global Business and Economics

Oil prices have fallen to their lowest since 2003, sitting under $30 a barrel in recent days. Declining expectations of global growth plus the addition of post-sanction Iranian supply don’t spell a substantial price recovery in the immediate future. Under this new market realities, oil-exporting countries come in different form to weather the storm.

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In the News

Jan 19, 2016

Alami Quoted by Reuters on Sunni Ministers of Parliament’s Protest Over Violence in Iraq

By Mona Alami

Read the full article here.

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Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, Oct. 5, 2015

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Jan 13, 2016

Jens Stoltenberg: NATO’s Role in Fighting Terrorism

By Jens Stoltenberg, Newsweek

NATO is at the forefront of the fight against international terrorism. The aim of its biggest-ever operation was to deny safe haven to international terrorists in Afghanistan.

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In the News

Jan 12, 2016

Alami on Saudi-Iranian Relations

By Mona Alami

Junior College quotes Rafik Hariri Center Nonresident Fellow Mona Alami on Iraq’s position regarding raised tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran:

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In the News

Jan 11, 2016

Hellyer: Why ISIS Cannot Be Negotiated With

By H.A. Hellyer

Rafik Hariri Center Nonresident Senior Fellow H.A. Hellyer writes for Defense One on how ISIS contrasts with historical terrorist organizations:

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New Atlanticist

Jan 8, 2016

Has Turkey Become a Distraction in the War on ISIS?

By Ashish Kumar Sen

Turkey is a helpful coalition partner, but Ankara-Baghdad rift puts Iraqi Prime Minister in a tough spot, says Aaron Stein Turkey’s entry into the US-led coalition against the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) last summer was marked by Turkish airstrikes on Kurdish militias—a departure from the coalition’s mission. In November, Turkey shot down […]

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In the News

Jan 6, 2016

Alami on Iraq’s Relations with Saudi Arabia and Iran

By Mona Alami

Reuters quotes Rafik Hariri Center Nonresident Fellow Mona Alami on how Iraq is dealing with the diplomatic fallout between Saudi Arabia and Iran:

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In the News

Dec 29, 2015

Alami: Is a New Approach Needed in the War on ISIS in Iraq?

By Mona Alami

Rafik Hariri Center Nonresident Fellow Mona Alami writes for Al Monitor on the next steps surrounding combat operations against ISIS in Iraq:

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In the News

Dec 29, 2015

Slavin: US-Led Coalition Chips Away at ISIS ‘Caliphate’

By Barbara Slavin

South Asia Center Nonresident Senior Fellow Barbara Slavin writes for Voice of America on how the US-led coalition against ISIS has been consistently degrading the terrorist organization’s efforts and power in Iraq:

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In the News

Dec 22, 2015

Alami: Almichzi and Divided Loyalties

By Mona Alami

Rafik Hariri Center Nonresident Fellow Mona Alami writes for Asharq Al-Awsat on divisions among Iraq’s population mobilization forces, which lead to diverging agendas Read the full article here.

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Scott D. Berrier

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Linda Lourie

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Elliot Ackerman

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Hezha Barzani

Associate Director, empowerME Initiative

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Nibras Basitkey

Associate Director, empowerME

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After Operation Inherent Resolve: How to not mess up US-Iraq security relations again

Iraq’s new family law amendment could potentially legalize child marriage—and fracture the country

Investing in Iraq’s education will contribute to its revival

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Top experts

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Feeling the Oil Crunch

Alami Quoted by Reuters on Sunni Ministers of Parliament’s Protest Over Violence in Iraq

Jens Stoltenberg: NATO’s Role in Fighting Terrorism

Alami on Saudi-Iranian Relations

Hellyer: Why ISIS Cannot Be Negotiated With

Has Turkey Become a Distraction in the War on ISIS?

Alami on Iraq’s Relations with Saudi Arabia and Iran

Alami: Is a New Approach Needed in the War on ISIS in Iraq?

Slavin: US-Led Coalition Chips Away at ISIS ‘Caliphate’

Alami: Almichzi and Divided Loyalties

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