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My Article; Gulf states enjoyed positive relations with #Trump the first time around. But a different geopolitical landscape poses new challenges for the relationship. #US #MENA #Gulf mecouncil.org/blog_posts/tru…

In the Middle East, #Trump (in his first term) wasn’t anti-Obama; Biden wasn’t anti-Trump; and Trump (in his second term) is unlikely to be anti-Biden. Galip Dalay writes on “Trump’s Return and Implications for the Middle East.” Read here: mecouncil.org/blog_posts/tru…

Issue Brief: “Iran’s Shifting Discourse on Nuclear Weaponization: Bargaining Tactic or Doctrine Change?” by Hamidreza Azizi The paper analyzes the recent shift in #Iran’s #nuclear discourse, explores the internal and external factors driving this change, and assesses potential

🧵NEW Publication!Thinking Through China’s Middle East Policy Amid War by SIPRI's Jingdong Yuan & Alaa Tartir, published by Middle East Council on Global Affairs's Afkār Arab Reform Initiative / مبادرة الإصلاح العربي Al-Shabaka الشبكة CCDP Geneva Graduate Institute | Executive Education PRIO Adel Abdel Ghafar Omar H. Rahman Tarik M. Yousef mecouncil.org/blog_posts/thi…

MEnbar Episode #3: AI Chips: The New Oil? In this episode host Marc Owen Jones welcomes 𝙹𝚞𝚗𝚎 𝙿𝚊𝚛𝚔, 𝙿𝚑.𝙳., a Visiting Fellow at ME Council, to discuss her latest publication, “AI Competition Amid Expansion of U.S. AI Chip Export Controls into the Gulf.” Park explores why AI chips are

As a genocide unfolds in Gaza, where is the Palestinians’ purported leadership? Beyond a few hardworking diplomats, the PLO has been largely invisible, and even thwarted grassroots efforts to restore legitimate representation. My take. mecouncil.org/blog_posts/lac…

ICC arrest warrants may be 'just the beginning' to address crimes in occupied Palestine says Noha Aboueldahab | نهى ابوالدهب to CNBC cnb.cx/3On84JQ #ICC #Palestine

In the second episode, titled “Breaking Down Israel’s War Strategy”, Omar H. Rahman, a fellow at ME Council and editor of #Afkar, talks about Israel’s evolving strategy in Gaza, and the impact on regional dynamics. Second episode of #MEnbar, hosted by Marc Owen Jones is available

Issue Brief: “Iraq’s Development Road Project: A Path to Prosperity or Instability?” by Ranj Alaaldin This issue brief explores the challenges facing the Development Road Project, a $17 billion initiative designed to position Iraq as a regional transport hub. It discusses the

Rudderless, disorganized and unable to effectively respond to the greatest crisis since 1948, Palestinians desperately need to restore a unified national leadership. Omar H. Rahman writes on #Afkar. Read full article: mecouncil.org/blog_posts/lac…

Geopolitical fragmentation and wars overshadowed COP29. A more resolute international community should focus on stopping wars, which may not only save lives but also preserve the global compact on climate change and in turn save the planet. Rabah Arezki & Tarik M. Yousef write on

🇦🇪🇧🇷Latest for Amwaj.media: #UAE & #Brazil are deepening defense ties. As global uncertainty surges, this partnership reflects a win-win dynamic, where South-South cooperation drives technological innovation, economic integration, & a shared commitment to long-term resilience👇

With the collapse of the Assad regime, 2024 concluded with significant regional shifts. In this special Council Views edition, ME Council directors offer insights on key trends and conflicts likely to shape 2025. Read more: mecouncil.org/blog_posts/men… Tarik M. Yousef Nader Kabbani,

What is the current status of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement? youtu.be/Oz0ZaT65sGo?si… via YouTube

A rare and unexpected opportunity has presented itself in Lebanon. With a new reform-minded government at the helm, there is a chance the country—with help from the GCC—can finally put its house in order. Nasser Saidi writes on #Afkar Read here: mecouncil.org/blog_posts/wit…

In this interview, disinformation expert Marc Owen Jones discusses the campaign to ban TikTok in the U.S. and other changes to the social media landscape, arguing that they fit into a broader push for “freedom of speech for white nationalists” as Donald Trump assumes office. Read

🎙️ Episode 8 | "Shifting Landscape of Middle East Cooperation" | With Galip Dalay In this episode of MEnbar, host Marc Owen Jones welcomes Galip Dalay, a nonresident senior fellow at the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, to explore the shifting landscape of Middle East

The changes by Zuckerberg and the campaign against TikTok is part of a drive for “freedom of speech, but for white nationalists”. mecouncil.org/blog_posts/tik…