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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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Oct 19, 2020

Fontenrose quoted in CNBC on Iran’s weapons capability
Arms Control Defense Industry

In the News

Oct 19, 2020

Hudson quoted in Foreign Policy on the announcement of Sudan’s removal from US state sponsors of terrorism list

By Atlantic Council

Africa Democratic Transitions

In the News

Oct 19, 2020

Daragahi in the Independent: The world can now sell weapons to Iran. Here’s why you shouldn’t expect an arms rush
Iran Middle East

In the News

Oct 19, 2020

Azodi quoted in the Independent on the expiration of the arms embargo
Iran Middle East

In the News

Oct 19, 2020

Fulton quoted in the Financial Times on economic crisis threatens Oman’s neutrality
Middle East Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Oct 19, 2020

Slavin quoted in VOA on the expiration of the UN arms embargo on Iran
Iran Middle East

In the News

Oct 19, 2020

Fontenrose quoted in CNBC on the expiration of the UN arms embargo on Iran
Iran Middle East

In the News

Oct 19, 2020

Azodi quoted in the Independent on the expiration of the arms embargo on Iran
Iran Politics & Diplomacy

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Oct 19, 2020

Duclos in Institut Montaigne: Trump or Biden: Rebuilding the Transatlantic Relationship
Elections Middle East

MENASource

Oct 19, 2020

Soccer for peace in the Middle East and North Africa

By Rabah Arezki

Although uniting around sport might be mainly symbolic, it could also be a confidence-building effort that could reduce tension and increase integration in a region that would mightily benefit from both.

Middle East North Africa
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Stephen Kalin

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Mark Donig

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