Middle East and North Africa
Federalists, Heed the Lessons of Iraqi Consolidation
Lisa Blaydes Sat, Aug 18, 2018, 9:00 AM
Failed efforts suggest a federalist system based in Baghdad might create new problems.
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Deconcentrating Power in Arab-Majority Countries
Zaid Al-Ali Fri, Aug 17, 2018, 1:27 PM
Many states in the Arab world have debated the value of decentralization and federalism, but none has successfully adopted a constitution that satisfies those objectives.
Middle East and North Africa
A Fourth War With Hamas in Gaza?
Daniel Byman Fri, Aug 17, 2018, 7:00 AM
As Hamas explores new tactics following the March of Return, the fate of civilians in Gaza remains uncertain.
Middle East and North Africa
Federalist Dreams for the Middle East
Chibli Mallat Thu, Aug 16, 2018, 1:59 PM
“Federalism” has specific connotations in the Middle East, which must be understood before suggesting federal reforms as solutions to the region’s most persistent conflicts.
Middle East and North Africa
Federalism in the Middle East: A Collection of Essays
Mila Versteeg Mon, Aug 13, 2018, 9:13 AM
Events of the last decade suggest a growing momentum for federalist governance around the world.
Yemen
The U.S. 'Yellow Light' in Yemen
Daniel Byman Fri, Aug 3, 2018, 8:36 AM
Daniel Byman analyzes the benefits and costs of continued U.S. support for the Saudi and Emirati intervention in Yemen.
Middle East and North Africa
Why Be a Pawn to a State? Proxy Wars From a Proxy’s Perspective
Daniel Byman Tue, May 22, 2018, 8:25 AM
At best, proxies can hope for resources and assistance from a foreign power—but they should never count on it lasting over time.
Middle East and North Africa
Why Engage in Proxy War? A State’s Perspective
Daniel Byman Mon, May 21, 2018, 7:00 AM
Governments that believe proxy wars will let them have their cake and eat it too should think again.
Middle East and North Africa
The Middle East After the Defeat of the Islamic State
Daniel Byman Tue, Mar 27, 2018, 7:00 AM
Although the enduring collapse of the Islamic State is a step forward, the Middle East’s troubles run deep, and new dangers will likely emerge or worsen.
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Tillerson Firing Places Iran Deal in Jeopardy
J. Dana Stuster Tue, Mar 20, 2018, 10:00 AM
Mohammed bin Salman arrives for a week of meetings in the United States, Trump may finally withdraw from the JCPOA, and Turkish-backed forces take control of Afrin.