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Counterterrorism Study Group

The Counterterrorism Study Group is a forum for former counterterrorism officials to review the latest threats, to understand emerging trends and future predictions, and to explore creative new proposals for improving the effectiveness of current policies and operations.


Podcast series

Listen to the latest episode of the China-MENA podcast, featuring conversations with academics, government leaders, and the policy community on China’s role in the Middle East.


Gulf Security Task Force

The Gulf Security Task Force is revisiting the question of how to best protect US interests in this sensitive, always relevant region. Our goal is to provide US decision-makers with an updated, fact-based strategy for protecting US interests in the air and maritime domain from the Persian Gulf to the Red Sea, and ensuring Gulf partners’ ability to assume this responsibility, with the assistance and leadership of the United States.

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UkraineAlert

Feb 29, 2024

Gulf region markets offer huge growth potential for Ukraine’s IT sector

By Anatoly Motkin

The Gulf region offers opportunities for Ukraine's war-ravaged but vibrant tech sector to reduce its dependence on Western markets and return to growth, writes Anatoly Motkin.

Artificial Intelligence Conflict

MENASource

Feb 26, 2024

I’m a Yemeni minister and I believe the Houthi designation is not enough

By Moammar Al-Eryani

The Biden administration’s decision to revoke the Houthi terrorist designation contributed to the complexity of the Yemeni crisis. To avoid replicating the same scenario, a new approach must be taken to counter the Houthis.

Conflict Israel

Freedom and Prosperity Around the World

Feb 26, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s economic shifts under MBS raise stability concerns

By Rabah Arezki

Saudi Arabia's economic transformation under MBS maintains political control, risking instability amid regional conflicts. Reliance on public funds for investments may falter as the world shifts from fossil fuels, and demands for political freedom grow.

Economy & Business Freedom and Prosperity

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Bakir for The New Arab: How Ethiopia’s Red Sea deal could impact Israel, Egypt, and the UAE

By Atlantic Council

East Africa Economy & Business

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Aboudouh quoted in VOA on shipping in the Red Sea

By Atlantic Council

China Conflict

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Sales quoted in Shore News Network on Biden administration policies toward Houthi rebels

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Sales quoted in Daily Caller on US responses to Houthi rebels and Iran

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Sales joins Sky News to discuss Iran backing of Houthis in Red Sea attacks

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Aboudouh in Chatham House: Yes, China pressured Iran on Red Sea attacks – but only to protect its own ships

By Atlantic Council

China Conflict

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Wechsler joins Bloomberg to discuss US strikes against Houthis

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

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