Middle East

Experts analyze critical dimensions of Israel’s strikes relevant responses, covering nuclear diplomacy; strategic, security, and regional implications; and international law.

Whether newly announced ceasefire actually leads to end hostilities will not change the new reality: a comprehensive agreement is less likely now than before the bombing

The constellation of forces in Israel, the United States, and beyond complicates efforts to find an off-ramp to the war.

Strategic implications of Israel’s strikes on Iran and key questions policymakers should ask to navigate what comes next.

To establish peace in the Red Sea region, the Trump administration must invest in Yemeni pro-democracy groups & move away from military force.

Recent major U.S. chip export deals with the Gulf mark the emergence of a new powerhouse in the AI race.

As Trump reinforces his foreign policy priorities, expanding the use of “sticky power” will be essential to sustaining U.S. influence and outcompeting rivals across the globe.

The Trump administration's dismantling of USAID poses significant threats to security in the Middle East and North Africa.

"The international community sidelined and ignored Syria over the past five years and it cannot afford to repeat that mistake."

Trump faces a significant challenge in addressing Iran's nuclear program, but he also has an opportunity to reduce its proliferation risks.

The current round of retaliatory strikes between Israel and Iran casts light on Israel's and Iran’s opposing political strategies, which also have significant legal implications…

The unmooring of law from ethics has catalyzed the expansion of violence across the Middle East.