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Issam Kayssi
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Diplomatic License in Beirut

In a recent book, a former U.S. ambassador explains Washington’s perennial policy shifts in Lebanon.

· May 14, 2024
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Delaying Lebanon’s Municipal Elections, Again

The decision is not surprising, given that the country’s political class mistrusts a poll whose outcome it doesn’t fully control.

· April 24, 2024
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Lebanon’s War Before the War

What was happening in the country during the October 1973 Arab-Israeli conflict, whose 50th anniversary begins today?

· October 6, 2023
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Climate Change Vulnerability in the Arab World
September 27, 2023

Please join the Carnegie Middle East Program for a discussion on the broad climate change challenges that the Middle East and North Africa region is facing.

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Kingdom of Football

As Saudi Arabia invests in high-profile international players, a key question is how might its league improve?

· September 19, 2023
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Climate Change and Vulnerability in the Middle East

Climate change in the Middle East will amplify preexisting vulnerabilities stemming from conflict, displacement, marginalization, and corruption, while also creating new risks. Governments in the region will need to adopt more inclusive reforms as part of their climate adaptation strategies.

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