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Jun 10, 2025

Why DDR programs are the missing link to Syrian stability

By Muhsen al-Mustafa

With the end of Western sanctions, Syria faces a rare opportunity to address the imbalances of the post-conflict period.

Middle East Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding

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Jun 9, 2025

Armenia’s ‘crossroads’ offers the US and Israel a rare opportunity

By Sheila Paylan

Clinching peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan offers the US and Israel a rare chance to tilt the balance of power in the South Caucuses.

Europe & Eurasia Israel

MENASource

Jun 4, 2025

Why Iraq should build bridges with its ‘new’ neighbor, Syria

By Shermine Serbest

Iraq’s position on the Syria transition is split between two camps: the official government, and that of the powerful non-state actors.

Iraq Middle East
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Aug 2, 2024

Citrinowicz quoted in Reason on IDF’s recent successes amidst a large-scale regional escalation

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Aug 2, 2024

Citrinowicz quoted in ABC News Australia on Iran’s possible responses to assassination on its soil

By Atlantic Council

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Aug 2, 2024

Bakir joins TRT World to discuss effects of Haniyeh killing

By Atlantic Council

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Aug 2, 2024

Iran targeted human rights sanctions series: What is ‘beneficial ownership’ and how does it relate to targeted sanctions?

By Celeste Kmiotek, Lisandra Novo

Increased transparency over beneficial ownership, as well as leaked documents, have yielded examples that highlight why beneficial ownership information is critical for sanctions enforcement.

Economic Sanctions Economy & Business

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Aug 1, 2024

Citrinowicz quoted in The Wire on India maintaining silence on Israeli attacks

By Atlantic Council

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Aug 1, 2024

Panikoff quoted in U.S. News on Hamas’ political leader’s killing

By Atlantic Council

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Aug 1, 2024

Svetlova in Jerusalem Strategic Tribune: Interview with Shadow Fatah Leader Samer Sinijlawi

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Aug 1, 2024

Panikoff joins Channel News Asia to discuss role of politics in Iran’s response to Hamas leader’s killing

By Atlantic Council

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Aug 1, 2024

Panikoff mentioned in UNN on US-EU efforts to prevent regional war in the Middle East

By Atlantic Council

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Aug 1, 2024

Citrinowicz quoted in The Wire on Indian silence on Israeli attacks

By Atlantic Council

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Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo

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Hany Ghanem

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Newton Howard

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Len Khodorkovsky

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Thomas Storch

Distinguished fellow, N7 Initiative

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Melanie Robbins 

Deputy Director, Realign for Palestine

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