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Sep 15, 2019

Saudi Aramco attacks

By Atlantic Council

Following the September 14 attack on two Saudi Aramco facilities, Atlantic Council experts Kirsten Fontenrose, Phillip Cornell, Ellen Wald, Jean-Francois Seznec, and Randolph Bell unpack the latest developments and offer insight into the ramifications for global energy markets, regional security, and the anticipated Aramco IPO. The Council regularly holds press and members calls on breaking […]

Energy Markets & Governance Geopolitics & Energy Security

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Sep 15, 2019

Cohen in Forbes: Why The Brazen Attack On Saudi Oil Could Force The U.S. To Act

By Atlantic Council

Energy & Environment Iran

In the News

Sep 15, 2019

Bell joins Sky News Arabia to discuss the oil market and geopolitics

By Randolph Bell

Arabic Saudi Arabia

In the News

Sep 15, 2019

Bell quoted in Axios on Saudi Aramco drone attacks

By Randolph Bell

Oil and Gas Saudi Arabia

New Atlanticist

Sep 14, 2019

After Houthi drone attack, everyone should take a deep breath

By Kirsten Fontenrose

The ten-drone attack on Aramco’s Abqaiq facility in Saudi Arabia on September 14 is a sign that the Houthis suffer from false confidence. Snubbing talks and launching attacks is not a way to garner sympathy from the United States or the international community.

Geopolitics & Energy Security Saudi Arabia

New Atlanticist

Sep 9, 2019

Will a new energy minister shift Saudi oil policy?

By David A. Wemer

“The truth is no one knows if there will be any significant implications from the appointment of Prince Abdulaziz as energy minister," said Ellen Ward, nonresident senior fellow in the Atlantic Council's Global Energy Center.

International Markets Oil and Gas

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Aug 23, 2019

Bell quoted in US News and World Report on Saudi Arabia’s ties with China

By Atlantic Council

Oil and Gas Saudi Arabia

In the News

Aug 12, 2019

Khoury quoted in the Express on Yemen

By Atlantic Council

Conflict International Norms
Iranian Weapons Materiel on Display at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling

Issue Brief

Jul 30, 2019

Avenues for conflict in the Gulf: A matrix game simulation

By John Watts

Iran faces increasing pressure domestically and internationally, while simultaneously perceiving a historic opportunity to reshape regional dynamics through multiple regional conflicts. This convergence creates conditions that could lead to a strategic shock, and which warrant serious consideration.

Conflict Crisis Management

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Jul 23, 2019

Vajdich quoted in Foreign Policy on possible Saudi Arabia bills

By Atlantic Council

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