Once again, sharply rising food prices contribute to turmoil.
Is Peace in Yemen Possible?
Even though the wars in Syria and Iraq are dying down, Saudi Arabia will have to learn to share the Middle East with Iran.
Transition in the Middle East: Transition to What?
In the Middle East and North Africa, the transition toward equitable economic development and transparent and accountable rule of law will take a very long time.
Turkey: Europe Out, Middle East In
As the primary source of tourists visiting Turkey shifts from Europe to the Middle East, a 150 year-long era comes to a close.
Annulling the Iran Deal: A Dangerous Strategic Mistake
Trump rendering the Iran deal null and void will irreparably undermine America’s global, moral and political leadership.
The Saudi Paper Tiger
Far from dominant, Saudi Arabia’s future in the Middle East is that of a second fiddle state.
Turkey Cozying Up to Russia and Iran
What does history teach us about the real prospects of closer Turkish relations with Russia and Iran?
The Two Faces of the Gulf Crisis: Arms Race
The arms race in the Middle East sparked by the Gulf crisis and North Korea’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs are closely connected.
Gulf Media Wars: No Winners, Only Losers
Feuding Gulf States have poured millions of dollars into media campaigns which twist the truth to serve rival narratives.
Ending Iraq’s Humanitarian Crisis
The Iraqi people must rise above sectarianism and chart their own destiny.
























