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Iran Has Retaliated Against Israel for Its Killing of Several Quds Force Generals

Spot analysis from Carnegie scholars on events relating to the Middle East and North Africa.

· April 14, 2024
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Israel Has Killed Senior IRGC Quds Force Officials in Damascus

Spot analysis from Carnegie scholars on events relating to the Middle East and North Africa.

· April 2, 2024
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A Flashpoint Looms in Southern Syria

As the influence of the Assad regime and Russia declines, Iran is emerging as the main actor, which could provoke a major Israeli intervention.

· March 26, 2024
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Why Iranian Entrenchment in Southern Syria Worries Neighboring Countries

The Syrian regime has struggled to govern Syria’s south, while the Ukraine war has weakened Russia’s influence, making both more reliant on Tehran and its allies in the area. However, this may increase the prospects of conflict between Iran and Israel.

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Iran’s Difficult Choices

As Tehran moves toward consolidating its regional power, will it agree to ultimately disarm its Arab allies? Can it afford not to?

· February 28, 2024
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The Geopolitics of Economic Development in the Middle East

To create an environment more conducive to cooperation and development, U.S. and Chinese efforts should seek the endorsement of neighboring countries and regional organizations. Otherwise, regional and geopolitical rivalries will remain barriers.

· February 15, 2024