A regular survey of experts on matters relating to Middle Eastern and North African politics and security.
Trump’s decision on Jerusalem only came after multiple US decisions that redefined Resolution 242, which affirms the “inadmissibility of the acquisition of territory by war”.
Carnegie’s Intissar Fakir discusses Morocco’s PJD and what its experience of governing has meant for the kingdom.
Carnegie’s Jarrett Blanc explains why the U.S. has no clear strategy toward Iran, and worries war may happen by accident.
The Saudi regime is reshaping the country’s legal sector in profound ways.
As Carnegie releases a report on Iranian cyber operations, Diwan speaks to Collin Anderson, one of the co-authors.
Sinan Ülgen discusses Turkey’s options as it maneuvers in a complicated regional and international context.
Incidents involving Iran have been among the most sophisticated, costly, and consequential attacks in the history of the internet.
It is appropriate for U.S. officials to support Iranian demands for the rule of law, transparency, economic opportunity, and personal freedom. But it is important to recognize that they are bystanders in a dynamic process whose outcome will be determined squarely within Iran itself.
Ali Hashem examines the ongoing protests in the Islamic Republic, and what they may mean for Tehran’s regional agenda.