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An Opening to Deescalate the Iran Nuclear Crisis?
Iran’s recent willingness to work with the IAEA on transparency measures could be a step toward deescalating the nuclear crisis.

Spyware Out of the Shadows: The Need for A New International Regulatory Approach
We urgently need a system where the developers of spyware tools are forced either to require their State customers to provide credible guarantees on future human rights compliance,…

What Israel’s Judicial Crisis Can Teach Us About Our Own
Linkages in the Israeli debates of an independent judiciary to the protection of democracy suggests a cautionary note for the United States.

Saudi Arabia and Iran: The Politics of Détente
Senior diplomats from Saudi Arabia and Iran are meeting in Beijing tomorrow to discuss the next steps in restoring diplomatic relations following the Chinese-brokered agreement…

Albanian Museum to Celebrate Jewish Life and “Righteous” Who Gave Shelter During Holocaust
The Muslim-majority country is known as the only Nazi-occupied territory during World War II where the Jewish population increased.

Red Alert: Who will protect the Palestinians?
Analysis of the current Israeli government's new policy toward the West Bank, and responsibilities of the international community.

Israel is Annexing the West Bank. Don’t be Misled by its Gaslighting
Three indicators can show a change in the legal status of a territory, demonstrating de jure annexation, even without a formal declaration. Under this test, Israel is presently…

Shireen Abu Akleh’s Killing Raises Questions about U.S. Security Assistance to Israel
U.S. officials should ensure the Leahy laws are applied consistently to all countries, including Israel.

Israel’s Newfound Interest in the Western Balkans is a Welcome Opening
A recent visit shows how these small regional states can advance their own strategic interests and deepen their political influence.

Abusive “Counterterrorism” Crackdowns Choke Independent Civil Society in the Middle East
Abusive counterterrorism practices—whether in Saudi Arabia, Israel, or elsewhere—threaten fundamental norms and undermine the rule of law.

Backgrounder: President Biden’s Middle East Trip
As President Biden travels to the Middle East, the future of important bilateral relationships and multilateral initiatives hang in the balance.

JCPOA Tracker: Official Government Statements on the Iran Nuclear Negotiations
Editor’s Note: This tracker is most recently updated as of 30 June, 2022. Following the breakdown in indirect talks between the United States and Iran in Qatar last week, prospects…