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The Futility of a Lebanon War

Israel has no military options that could achieve a better result than a negotiated solution or a return to the status quo.

· June 27, 2024
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Troubled Borders: Subnational Conflict in Middle-Income Countries
February 28, 2024

The event will outline what government and international actors can do (and shouldn’t do) to improve development outcomes in middle-income countries impacted by fragility, conflict, and violence, while minimizing the impact of extreme conflict on those most vulnerable.

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  • Patrick Barron, 
  • Azeema Cheema, 
  • Mohanad Hage Ali, 
  • Ibrahim Mneimneh, 
  • Nathan Shea, 
  • Anne Witkowsky
commentary
Jordan’s Redline on Admitting Palestinians Is Unlikely to Change

Although the policy appears insensitive, the government’s arguments are logical and widely supported.

· November 21, 2023
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Arab Peace Initiative II: How Arab Leadership Could Design a Peace Plan in Israel and Palestine

Past peace processes in Israel and Palestine showed what makes negotiations work. This time, Arab governments are uniquely positioned to broker a lasting peace.

· November 17, 2023
commentary
Pay Attention to the Arab Public Response to the Israel-Hamas War

The peaceful nature of the mass mobilization reflects a growing trend to renounce violence.

· November 1, 2023
commentary
Arab Perspectives on the Middle East Crisis

Carnegie Middle East scholars examine the factors that led to the conflict between Israel and Hamas—and what comes next.

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· October 13, 2023
commentary
Diwan
Will Gaza Set the Middle East Alight?

None of the major actors in the Middle East wants to see the conflict spread, but are locked into positions that lead in the contrary direction.

· October 13, 2023
In The Media
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Central Asian Leaders Meet To Discuss Russia, Climate Change, And More

The presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan met in Dushanbe on September 14-15 at a time of great uncertainty in Central Asia.

  • Temur Umarov
· September 17, 2023
Radio Free Europe
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The Turkish Election Could Reset Ankara’s Relations With the West

If the opposition wins, Washington and Brussels should be prepared to seize the opportunity.

· May 9, 2023
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The Looming Danger of State Disintegration in Sudan

After the latest outbreak of violence, the country’s transition to democracy appears to be a pipedream.

· May 3, 2023