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Sep 8, 2025

Haftar’s long game: Dynastic power and diplomatic leverage in Libya

By Karim Mezran and Dario Cristiani

Haftar may be shaping not only the current political landscape, but is also positioning himself—and his family—for long-term influence.

Libya Middle East

MENASource

Sep 8, 2025

Revitalizing Qualified Industrial Zones can help revive Middle East integration

By Amir Hayek and Samantha Sutton

Revitalized QIZs can transition from political instruments into dynamic engines of inclusive growth, resilience, and regional stability.

Economy & Business Israel

MENASource

Sep 8, 2025

Can Iraq’s partial crackdown on a powerful militia weaken Iran’s proxies?

By Akeel Abbas

The prime minister’s willingness to face down Kataib Hezbollah is a rare and daring move.

Iran Iraq

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IranSource

Sep 8, 2023

Iran will never go back to the way it was

By Holly Dagres

While some argue that the ongoing anti-establishment protests began in mid-September 2022, the reality is that Iranians have been defying the regime for years.

Human Rights Iran

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Sep 7, 2023

Nusairat joins the Arab Center Washington DC to discuss Jordan’s reform process

By Atlantic Council

Civil Society Corruption

IranSource

Sep 7, 2023

The protests in Iran are not a revolution—yet. These events must occur first.

By Jack A. Goldstone

To draw in the majority of Iranians, the protests in Iran need to have a leader or organization that people trust.

Iran Middle East

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Sep 7, 2023

Brahimi quoted in The Middle East Eye on meaning of Prigozhin’s death for North Africa

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Corruption

MENASource

Sep 7, 2023

Egypt is killing the history of its City of the Dead

By Shahira Amin

A large part of the necropolis has been reduced to rubble as part of the Egyptian governments plan to "modernize Cairo".

Civil Society Middle East

IranSource

Sep 6, 2023

A pilgrimage of love: Mourning the dead in defiance of the Islamic Republic

By Khosro Sayeh Isfahani

Over the past weeks, the Islamic Republic has harassed, threatened, detained, and exiled relatives of the victims of state violence.

Iran Middle East

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Sep 6, 2023

Global Development Initiative and Global Security Initiative: China’s Blueprint for the New World Order

By Atlantic Council

Tuvia Gering and Michael Schuman shed light on the Chinese Communist Party’s approach and practical implementation tactics of Beijing's global development initiatives. They also examine Beijing's progress support, capacity building, and knowledge-sharing efforts—including global development centers and vocational training programs.

China East Asia

MENASource

Sep 5, 2023

The uprising in Sweida will continue until the regime changes in Syria

By Rima Flihan

These demonstrations call for a change in the Syrian regime and the full implementation of UNSC Resolution 2254.

Middle East Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Sep 4, 2023

Yevgeniya Gaber joins Al-Monitor for commentary on President Erdogan-Putin meeting

Conflict Europe & Eurasia

In the News

Sep 2, 2023

Yevgeniya Gaber joins TVP World to discuss president Erdoğan’s visit to Sochi, the future of the Grain Initiative, Ankara’s relations with Assad, drivers behind Turkish-Russian cooperation, and the economic situation in Turkey.

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Dan Rothem

Nonresident Senior Fellow, N7 Initiative

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

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Alina L. Romanowski

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Rabah Arezki

Distinguished Fellow

Freedom and Prosperity Center

Africa Economy & Business

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Samantha Sutton

Nonresident Senior Fellow, N7 Initiative

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Conflict Israel

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Dan Minnocci

Senior US Air Force Fellow

Forward Defense Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

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Implications of Middle East security trends for Latin America and the Caribbean

Conflict Latin America Middle East Non-Traditional Threats

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The latest pieces from MENASource:

Haftar’s long game: Dynastic power and diplomatic leverage in Libya

Revitalizing Qualified Industrial Zones can help revive Middle East integration

Can Iraq’s partial crackdown on a powerful militia weaken Iran’s proxies?

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Iran will never go back to the way it was

Nusairat joins the Arab Center Washington DC to discuss Jordan’s reform process

The protests in Iran are not a revolution—yet. These events must occur first.

Brahimi quoted in The Middle East Eye on meaning of Prigozhin’s death for North Africa

Egypt is killing the history of its City of the Dead

A pilgrimage of love: Mourning the dead in defiance of the Islamic Republic

Global Development Initiative and Global Security Initiative: China’s Blueprint for the New World Order

The uprising in Sweida will continue until the regime changes in Syria

Yevgeniya Gaber joins Al-Monitor for commentary on President Erdogan-Putin meeting

Yevgeniya Gaber joins TVP World to discuss president Erdoğan’s visit to Sochi, the future of the Grain Initiative, Ankara’s relations with Assad, drivers behind Turkish-Russian cooperation, and the economic situation in Turkey.