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Challenges in U.S. Policy Toward Palestinian Elections
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Challenges in U.S. Policy Toward Palestinian Elections
Palestinian legislative elections to proceed credibly — but then led to an immediate American effort to overturn the result thro…
The text discusses the complications surrounding the Palestinian legislative elections and the subsequent U.S. ef…
Diplomatic Challenges in the Middle East
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Diplomatic Challenges in the Middle East
be recognized, but nobody should expect them to move beyond reactive diplomacy any time soon. Paradoxicall…
The text examines the U.S. diplomatic strategies regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly during the Bush administration'…
Nuclear Proliferation in the Middle East: Challenges and Implications
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Nuclear Proliferation in the Middle East: Challenges and Implications
tember 2007 Israeli bombing of what Israelis claim was a suspicious facility in Syria. But the issue of Israel’s nuclear weapons is perennially of…
This text discusses the complex dynamics of nuclear proliferation in the Middle East, particularly focusing on Isr…
The Complex Dynamics of Iran's Nuclear Aspirations
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The Complex Dynamics of Iran's Nuclear Aspirations
"choose your own future and win your freedom."2 To make matters worse, in September 2006 the U.S. Cong…
The text discusses Iran's unwavering commitment to its nuclear program, spurred by various factors, including U.S…
Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
REALTIES OF THE NEW MIDDLE EAST 21 otherwise unwelcome consequences..... And another message should be equally clear: leaders who abandon the pursuit o…
This text discusses the complexities and challenges in the New Middle East, particularly regarding nuclear ambitio…
The New Middle East: Democracy vs. Stability
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The New Middle East: Democracy vs. Stability
22 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST few, limited in scope, carried out only when allowed by incumbent regimes, and dropped quickly when governments object…
This text discusses the shift in U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East following the September 11 attacks. Presid…
The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
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The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
The weakness of the secular opposition is not entirely of its own making. Arab authoritarian and semi-authoritarian regimes…
In Arab societies, secular opposition has struggled against longstanding authoritarian regimes that repress lib…
Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
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Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
retrenchment into a more ideological posture by a movement that has sought, but has so far been denied, a l…
The text discusses the complexities faced in promoting democracy in Arab nations, highlighting the influence of i…
Shi’a Discontent and Regional Dynamics in the Middle East
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Shi’a Discontent and Regional Dynamics in the Middle East
failed to attract a substantial following. Finally, the growing importance of Hizbollah in Lebanon is probably anoth…
This text analyzes the socio-political dynamics affecting Shi’a Muslims in the Middle East, highlighting their status in vario…
Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
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Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
Discrimination inevitably breeds discontent and resentment, and those certainly exist among Shi’i minori…
…xt examines the roots of resentment among Shi’i minorities in the Gulf and Lebanon, noting its implications for political activism. Discrimination and resentment have led to instances of violence in pl…
Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
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Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
Although Iran is a center around which Shi’i resentment could coalesce, two factors reduce the likelihood that the Tehra…
The complexities of Iran's relationship with Sunni states underscore the ongoing challenges in Middle Eas…
Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Sunni-Shi’i Tensions
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Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Sunni-Shi’i Tensions
None of this remarkable spate of diplomatic activity has so far removed the underlying tension between Sunni regimes and the government in Tehr…
Despite a series of diplomatic initiatives aimed at alleviating tensions between Sunni governments and the Iranian regime, fears o…
U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
policy in Iraq and of the Palestinian–Israeli peace process. The United States needs to recognize that te…
This text argues that U.S. policies in the Middle East must shift to address underlying political issues to effectively curb terrori…
Strategic Engagement and Policy Reform in Iraq
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Strategic Engagement and Policy Reform in Iraq
To be sure, engagement offers no guarantees of success. It is the Iranian government that ultimately must make a strategic decision to change its own …
This text discusses the necessity for strategic dialogue between the U.S. and Iran, emphasizing the importance of …
The Quest for Peace: The Two-State Solution in the Israel-Palestine Conflict
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The Quest for Peace: The Two-State Solution in the Israel-Palestine Conflict
Israel and Palestine U.S. core interests in the region include peace between Israelis and Palestinians, which would have as a c
The pursuit of peace in the Israel-Palestine conflict hinges on the two-state solution, which aims to protect Israel's …
Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
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Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
But it is impossible to turn back the clock to more propitious circumstances. The biggest tension—between integrating Hamas and deny…
The text discusses the challenges of integrating Hamas while managing its actions against Israel. It stresses the…
Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
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Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
A new policy toward Syria also needs to recognize the country for what it is: a small country without massive a…
This text discusses the need for a nuanced U.S. policy toward Syria, recognizing its limited ambitions while encou…
Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
38 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST must be clearly defined; in the Middle East, the concept of democracy promotion has fluctuated from aggressiv…
The text discusses the fluctuating concept of democracy promotion in the Middle East, highlighting the confusion …
Analysis of Geopolitical Issues in the Middle East
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Analysis of Geopolitical Issues in the Middle East
Notes 1. See International Crisis Group report, Dealing With Iran’s Nuclear Program, November 2004. 2. See http://usinfo.state.g…
This text discusses various reports and publications relevant to the geopolitical issues in the Middle East, with …
About the Authors of Carnegie Endowment Publications
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About the Authors of Carnegie Endowment Publications
About the Authors MARINA OTTAWAY is a senior associate in the Democracy and Rule of Law Program and director of the Carnegie Middle East Program. Her …
This section highlights the contributions of key authors associated with the Carnegie Endowment for Internat…