The Middle East has experienced an extraordinarily tumultuous year, as the ripples from Hamas’ assault on Israel on Oct. 7, ...

Amid the ongoing calamity of war in Lebanon, the country’s cultural scene is determined to work against the odds to keep its ...

With Israel intent on neutralizing Hezbollah in Lebanon, the balance of power in the Middle East is beginning to shift, which will have long-term implications for regional security, stability, and US ...

Under past reformist presidents, Iran repeatedly tried to build a grand bargain deal with the United States, entailing ...

Donald Trump’s return to the presidency comes at a tumultuous time in the Middle East. While on the campaign trail, Trump ...

President-elect Donald Trump’s victory has been a cause for celebration for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing allies, but it raises concerns among Israeli liberals.

President-elect Donald Trump’s victory has been a cause for celebration for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing allies, but it raises concerns among Israeli liberals.

Dr. Karen E. Young is a political economist focusing on the Gulf, the broader MENA region and the intersection of energy, finance and security. She is a Senior Research Scholar at the Columbia ...

The Lebanon Program Advisory Council provides guidance on matters related to the program's strategy, potential areas of focus, and overall direction. Council members bring a wealth of experience in ...

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