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Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
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Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
…ce. For their part, the Sunni Arab regimes, particularly in the Gulf, are also seeking to avoid a confrontation with Iran. They have shunned U.S. attempts to bring them into an anti-Iranian alliance and launched…
…cked by the U.S. Concurrently, Gulf states, particularly Saudi Arabia, are cautious to avoid direct confrontation, engaging in diplomacy with Iran and seeking to mediate tensions within Palestinian factions. High-…
The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
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The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
…t Iran’s nuclear problem, the invitation also was one more sign that Iran’s neighbors were shunning confrontation. Finally, the Saudi government, historically close to the United States, made it clear it was seeki…
…he importance of negotiations for stability, suggesting that a balance must be found without direct confrontation against countries like Syria. U.S. involvement should focus on encouraging compromise among Lebanon…
Challenges of U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
…ality. But U.S. policies have been a major factor. The underlying thrust of those policies has been confrontation, including the use or at least the threat of force—"preemptive action," in the words of the Septemb…
…s that have often led to sectarian division and the empowerment of Islamist groups. It outlines how confrontational strategies, including force and sanctions, have dominated U.S. engagement, leading to a more comp…
The Complex Relationship Between Syria and the United States
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The Complex Relationship Between Syria and the United States
…o cooperate with the regime in Damascus. As a result, Syria and the United States got locked into a confrontation over Iraq and Lebanon. Although it condemned the terrorist attacks of September 11 against the Unit…
… Iran and its role in Lebanon. The U.S. shifted its policy towards Syria, moving from acceptance to confrontation due to Syria's anti-U.S. stance and support for militant groups. The narrative illustrates how Syri…
Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Sunni-Shi’i Tensions
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Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Sunni-Shi’i Tensions
…ion remains quite high. These attempts indicate, however, that both sides are determined to avoid a confrontation and the deepening of a Shi’i–Sunni cleavage across the region.
…me, fears of a nuclear Iran persist in the region. Both parties seem committed to preventing direct confrontation and further division between Shi’a and Sunni communities. This ongoing diplomatic spate highlights …
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ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VIXIV One Step Back 3 April 2006 In any confrontation, just take one step back from your standing point and it will help resolve conflict. This does not …
The Dual Nature of the Human Experience: Body and Mind
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The Dual Nature of the Human Experience: Body and Mind
… on a large scale like World War I and World War II, on a smaller scale such as civil wars, or as confrontation between individuals. The human race has never once stopped fighting. While we sleep at night, on …
The human experience comprises the body and the mind, which interact from birth to death. The conscious mind greatly influences behavior, leading to either admirable or shameful actions. A mind cloude
Realities of the New Middle East
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Realities of the New Middle East
…ng to compromise on other issues to get back its territory, it was all too clear that the policy of confrontation was not working either. While the United States had pushed Syria out of Lebanon, it had also create…
The text discusses the political realities of Lebanon following Syria's withdrawal and the influence of Hizbollah and other political factions. Despite Syrian troop withdrawal, control issues persist,
The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
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The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
…” politics and its accompanying need to develop a practical political program, on the one hand, and confrontation, which risks pushing them back toward more dogmatic positions, on the other. The political program …
In Arab societies, secular opposition has struggled against longstanding authoritarian regimes that repress liberal ideologies, while conservative social attitudes limit their political expression. A
Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
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Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
… discontent have been prevented by the security apparatus’s ruthless measures. During the 1979–1980 confrontation, the Saudi government literally bulldozed the entire historic downtown of Qatif, a major Shi’i stro…
The text 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 violenc
Dealing With the New Middle East
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Dealing With the New Middle East
… we have discussed. The United States needs a new approach to this part of the world, based less on confrontation and more on diplomacy, less on ideology and more on reality, and on a narrower definition of U.S. i…
… approach is needed, prioritizing diplomacy and a clear understanding of U.S. limits in the region. Confrontational tactics have undermined credibility and obstructed potential cooperation. Critical interests incl…
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
… all its negative repercussions; and 5) in the context of a new balance of power, de-escalating the confrontation with Syria and defusing the crisis in Lebanon. Dealing With Iran and the Nuclear Issue Due in n…
This text argues that U.S. policies in the Middle East must shift to address underlying political issues to effectively curb terrorism and ensure oil flow. It outlines critical tasks for U.S. engageme
Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
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Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
…dence is build, the discussion should extend to the nuclear issue, but in the present atmosphere of confrontation there is no common ground between Washington and Tehran on that problem. Iran’s fractious leadershi…
This text discusses the necessity of the U.S. focusing on Iraq to facilitate a U.S.-Iranian dialogue, aiming to retain Iraq's territorial integrity and mitigate civil conflict. It emphasizes the chall
The Lord Buddha's Approaches to Conflict Resolution
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The Lord Buddha's Approaches to Conflict Resolution
3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving kindness,
…but rather a strategic pause until the right moment to assert innocence arises. Thus, embracing non-confrontational approaches rooted in wisdom can lead to ultimate peace and resolution, reflecting the Lord Buddha…
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
… without massive ambitions or ideological crusades, trying to maintain some role in the region. The confrontational tone of U.S. policy, coupled with the setting up of the Hariri tribunal by the United Nations, ha…
This text discusses the need for a nuanced U.S. policy toward Syria, recognizing its limited ambitions while encouraging a shift away from its spoiler role in Lebanon and alignment with Iran. It furth