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May 9, 2025

Why Trump’s Middle East trip should set sights beyond business deals

By Daniel B. Shapiro

By all accounts, US President Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to the Gulf will not prioritize major diplomatic breakthroughs.

Middle East Politics & Diplomacy

MENASource

May 8, 2025

From rubble to rebirth: A model for Syria’s reconstruction

By Mahmood Alhosain

Almost six months since Assad regime collapse, four key pillars will determine whether this new Damascus can seize the opportunity.

Civil Society Democratic Transitions

MENASource

May 6, 2025

A blueprint for a trilateral Morocco-Israel-US investment fund

By Aïssa Christophe Agostini

Amid instability in the Mediterranean, North Africa and the Sahel, a chance to deliver on the promise of the Abraham Accords.

Israel Middle East
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Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Jun 22, 2023

Can the US, Israel, and Turkey collaborate to contain Iran?

By Ron Tira

All three actors are, or at least should be, concerned about the challenges posed by Iran.

Iran Israel

Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Jun 22, 2023

Prospects for US-Turkish convergence on Syria

By Rich Outzen

Syria has long been a point of deep contention in US-Turkish relations. Is there a potential for change?

Conflict NATO

Defense Journal by Atlantic Council IN TURKEY

Jun 22, 2023

Prospects for an improved US-Turkish strategic relationship

By Lt. Gen. (ret.) Nihat Kökmen

US approval of the sale of F-16s, aircraft modernization kits, and return of Turkey to the F-35 program are key to improving ties.

Defense Policy Defense Technologies

TURKEYSource

Jun 20, 2023

A blueprint for Turkey’s resilient reconstruction and recovery post-earthquake

By Karim Elgendy

In the aftermath of the earthquake disaster, Turkey must rebuild its affected cities in a sustainable way that provides for both the short- and long-term needs of its residents.

Civil Society Inclusive Growth

MENASource

Jun 20, 2023

The way for the US to ensure Gulf security is through partnership, not policing

By David Mack

As the United States continues to work with the Gulf on security, expect blips. Despite that, Washington can get this partnership back on course.

Defense Industry Defense Policy

MENASource

Jun 20, 2023

‘Any nationality just not Syrian’: Refugee deportations surge in Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey

By Arwa Damon

While Syria’s neighboring countries have long been struggling to host their Syrian refugee populations, with many, like Lebanon, being in a complete crisis of their own, the sheer lack of care provided to refugees is inhumane.

Civil Society Human Rights

MENASource

Jun 16, 2023

How the international community can help Iraq on a path toward democratic stability

By Sarkawt Shamsulddin

The international community should increase its financial support for civil-society organizations in Iraq, as these play an instrumental role in reconciling ethnic divisions while promoting democratic principles among younger people.

Civil Society Corruption

In the News

Jun 16, 2023

Mezran and Melcangi in Nouvelles du monde on President Saied’s Economic Dilemma
Economy & Business Financial Regulation

In the News

Jun 16, 2023

Mezran and Melcangi in Formiche on President Saied’s Economic Dilemma
Economy & Business International Markets

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Jun 16, 2023

Mezran and Melcangi in Decode39: Italy, US, and the Saied dilemma
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