What Future War with Iran Could Look Like
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The Growing Threat of Domestic Terrorism
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MbS' Influence in the Middle East and Beyond
New analysis from Cipher Brief expert and former member of the CIA’s Senior Intelligence Service, Emile Nakhleh writes that “Saudi Crown Prince and de facto ruler Mohammad bin Salman...
Trump's Best Chance for a 'Deal of the Century' in the Middle East
OPINION — Tensions remain high between the U.S. and Iran with no recognizable movement toward formal negotiations, and the Administration’s recent effort in Bahrain to gain support for their...
Why Bahrain Isn't a Good Deal for Palestinians
The U.S. Administration is facing a tough sell as it leads the Bahrain Workshop in just under two weeks in what is widely seen as the first phase of the administration’s Middle East peace plan. The...