U.S. allies Saudi Arabia and the UAE are backing different factions and prolonging the conflict.
Yemen: The Human Cost of Imperial Ambitions
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Middle East & North Africa
War Only Helps Iran’s Leaders
Trump’s threats only embolden Iran’s leaders to crack down. The best way to support protestors is through diplomacy.
Is Iran Next?
Trump wants to be the world’s policeman, and Putin’s not going to stop him.
Is Saudi Arabia Under Pakistan’s Nuclear Umbrella Now?
U.S. support for Israeli strikes across the Middle East has shaken up regional politics in surprising ways.
The Transatlantic Rift Over Gaza’s Future
Europe wants to reduce the suffering in Gaza. The U.S. is focused on security.
How Political Systems Decide Who Lives and Who Dies
Sheikh Hasina, Saddam Hussein, and Donald Trump all faced system change. They also have faced different outcomes.
Trump Shifts to Monarchy Promotion in Middle East
Forget about democracy promotion. The Trump administration is advocating for monarchy.
The State of Palestine Must Exist: An Interview With Gershon Baskin
Israel will never be secure if Palestine is not free. Palestine will never be free if Israel is not secure.
Iraq’s Militias Are Trading Bullets for Ballots, and Winning
The ballot box in Iraq, once a symbol of peace, has become just another way to reload.
Iraq’s Upcoming Elections Could Be a Turning Point
But that depends in part on whether Washington reads the moment correctly.