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A Changed Region: The Transformation of the Middle East Post 9/11
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A Changed Region: The Transformation of the Middle East Post 9/11
…e Bush administration launched an ambitious policy to forge a new Middle East, with intervention in Iraq as the driver of the transformation. "The establishment of a free Iraq at the heart of the Middle …
…licies of the Bush administration aimed at establishing democracy and peace through intervention in Iraq. President Bush articulated a vision of a new democratic Middle East, but the actual outcomes have…
Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
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Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
…dynasty. In Saudi Arabia, a radical Islamist group, inspired in part by the Islamic revolution in Iran, dramatically but briefly seized the Great Mosque in Mecca in 1979, leading to a period of great t…
…d the activism aimed primarily at combating socioeconomic discrimination. Despite associations with Iran, Shi’i communities generally express loyalty to the nation-states they reside in, as evidenced by …
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 policies. The best …
This text discusses the necessity for strategic dialogue between the U.S. and Iran, emphasizing the importance of Iran's willingness to modify its policies. It asserts that the U.S.…
Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
…ility to continue to provide security for the region; concerns about an ascendant and nuclear-armed Iran; and prestige, suggest that at least some of these countries may follow in Iran's footsteps and se…
…luence, countries are increasingly motivated by security concerns amid a rising nuclear threat from Iran.
Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
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Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
…Sectarian Conflict** One of the unanticipated and troublesome consequences of U.S. intervention in Iraq has been the increase in sectarian tensions not only in that country but in the entire region. Cou…
…esses the rise of sectarian tensions in the region, particularly following the U.S. intervention in Iraq, and the notion of a 'Shi’i Crescent' proposed by Middle Eastern leaders. The analysis emphasizes …
Shi’a Discontent and Regional Dynamics in the Middle East
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Shi’a Discontent and Regional Dynamics in the Middle East
… for a time, a heroic reputation. The second reality, however, is that Shi’a are a majority only in Iran, Iraq, and Bahrain, where they represent 70 percent of the population; they are also the single la…
…fecting Shi’a Muslims in the Middle East, highlighting their status in various countries, including Iran, Iraq, and Bahrain. While Hizbollah has established a notable position in Lebanon, Shi’a populatio…
Dealing With the New Middle East
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Dealing With the New Middle East
…gion—something those in the region are quite aware of. As long as a large-scale troop commitment in Iraq continues, the option to use force as a means to promote change (rather than to protect vital U.S.…
… terrorism and protecting oil flow, necessitating a pragmatic strategy. Current U.S. involvement in Iraq complicates potential forceful actions. A modest definition of U.S. interests is essential for fut…
Appendixes of Dhammakaya Meditation Societies
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Appendixes of Dhammakaya Meditation Societies
…1309, R: 5641, Salihiya 356 Manama City, Kingdom of Bahrain Tel: (+973) 1724-3274, (+973) 3629-8715 IRAN Co-ordination Office Contact: Ms. Aroona Puenebue Tel: +(98) 21-2260-2105 E-mail: marissa_ange@yah…
…ails for various Dhammakaya Meditation Societies within the Middle East. Locations include Bahrain, Iran, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, with phone contacts and coordination office representatives listed…
Meditation Journey in Iran
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Meditation Journey in Iran
Peace My name is Farid. I am a 46 year-old Muslim businessman living in Tehran, Iran. I have a terrific wife and a lovely daughter. After reading a book about meditation, I became ver…
Farid, a 46-year-old Muslim businessman from Tehran, shares his journey into meditation after being introduced to DMC. He describes the transformative experience of meditating quietly at night while h
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
… anyone can do it and experience true peace. I organised a meditation course at my home and invited Iranians to meditate. I first asked them these questions, "How are you doing, my friend? Are you exhaus…
…and bored with their lives, expressing their frustrations. After organizing a meditation course for Iranians, the participants shared their feelings of fatigue and dissatisfaction. The meditation practic…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…want to leave the inner happiness. This explains why people in the upper class or high societies in Iran are very affectionate towards meditation. Meditation is a trend among high societies here. There w…
…attaining this inner joy, as evidenced by the increasing interest among high society individuals in Iran. A notable growth in the meditation participants indicates a rising awareness of the importance of…
Dhammakaya Meditation Societies in the Middle East
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Dhammakaya Meditation Societies in the Middle East
…ain Contact: Mr. Thanachai & Mrs. Peanjai Thongthae Tel: +(973) 3960-7936 Email: [email protected] IRAN Co-ordination Office Contact: Ms. Aroona Puenebue Tel: +(98) 21-2260-2105 Email: marissa_ange@yaho…
Discover the Dhammakaya meditation community in the Middle East with centres in Bahrain, Iran, Oman, and Qatar. Each centre offers unique guidance and support for those interested in meditatio…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…hawalit Supachai Srisupaaksorn & Family Suwat-Areerat-Wansuk Siriguruat Tanapoj-Boonmanee Kerdphoo Tirapol-Bussinee-Ratirat Osiri Vasant Shelty-Kotchkorn Bunruksa Vipada-Ratiya Chatutavaprasit 364 Wichar…
…ariety of individuals and family units from different backgrounds, including those fromBrunei,Dubai,Iran,Montreal,Oman,Ottawa,Qatar,Saudi Arabia, and more. Each family represents unique traditions, stori…
DMC Centres in the Middle East
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DMC Centres in the Middle East
…hrain Contact: Mr.Thanachai & Mrs.Peanjai Thongthae Tel. +(973) 3960-7936 Email: [email protected] IRAN Co-ordination Office Contact: Ms. Aroona Puenebue Tel.+(98) 21-2260-2105 Email: marissa_ange@yahoo…
…rovides the contact details for DMC Centres in various Middle Eastern countries, including Bahrain, Iran, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai. Each location features a primary contact person, phone numb…
Contact Information for DMC Centres in the Middle East and South Africa
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Contact Information for DMC Centres in the Middle East and South Africa
… Contact : Mr. Thanachai & Mrs. Peanjai Thongthae Tel. +(973) 3960-7936 Email : [email protected] Iran Co-ordination Office Contact : Ms. Aarona Puenebue Tel. +(98) 21-2260-2105 Email : marissa_ange@ya…
…e East and South Africa. For Bahrain, contact Mr. Thanachai or Mrs. Peanjai at +(973) 3960-7936. In Iran, reach Ms. Aarona Puenebue at +(98) 21-2260-2105. For Oman, contact Ms. Rathanvadee Boonprasert at…
Dhammakaya International Meditation Centers in Taiwan and the Middle East
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Dhammakaya International Meditation Centers in Taiwan and the Middle East
…in Contact: Mr. Thanachai & Mrs. Peanjai Thongthae Tel: +(973) 3960-7936 Email: [email protected] IRAN Co-ordination Office Contact: Ms. Aroona Puenebue Tel: +(98) 21-2260-2105 Email: marissa_ange@yaho…
…d in Taipei and Taoyuan, Taiwan, as well as various locations in the Middle East including Bahrain, Iran, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai. These centers serve as a space for spiritual growth and med…
Diplomatic Challenges in the Middle East
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Diplomatic Challenges in the Middle East
… Arab governments that made it clear that the United States was more likely to get their support on Iraq if it relanced the peace process, the administration took some steps to revive negotiations. When …
…y, it highlights the urgency of nuclear proliferation issues in the region, particularly concerning Iran. The summary emphasizes that U.S. foreign policy has aimed at addressing peace negotiations while …
Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Sunni-Shi’i Tensions
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Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Sunni-Shi’i Tensions
…emoved the underlying tension between Sunni regimes and the government in Tehran. Fear of a nuclear Iran in the region remains quite high. These attempts indicate, however, that both sides are determined…
… a series of diplomatic initiatives aimed at alleviating tensions between Sunni governments and the Iranian regime, fears of a nuclear Iran persist in the region. Both parties seem committed to preventin…
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
…ince it to end its spoiler role in Lebanon and encourage it to put some distance between itself and Iran. **The Issue of Democracy** We have not listed democracy among core U.S. interests in the Middl…
…imited ambitions while encouraging a shift away from its spoiler role in Lebanon and alignment with Iran. It further critiques the American approach to democracy promotion in the Middle East, highlightin…
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.gov/xarchives/display.html?p=texttran…
…s and publications relevant to the geopolitical issues in the Middle East, with a specific focus on Iran's nuclear program, negotiations involving al-Qaddafi, and the United Nations Development Programs'…