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The Complex Dynamics of Lebanese Politics and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
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The Complex Dynamics of Lebanese Politics and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
…priving Israel of a battlefield victory into political advantage. By the end of the year, the Shi’i ministers in the coalition government had resigned, paralyzing both parliament and government. The stale…
This text discusses the political dynamics in Lebanon following the Cedar Revolution, highlighting the division between the anti-Syrian March 14 coalition and the pro-Syrian March 8 forces. It outline
Realities of the New Middle East: The Two-State Solution
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Realities of the New Middle East: The Two-State Solution
…into separate zones (ten, according to a World Bank study)—are serious obstacles indeed. The Bush administration has been widely criticized for its disengagement from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Cer…
…i-Palestinian conflict is increasingly in question due to the weakened Palestinian leadership and diminishing trust between Palestinians and Israelis. Events over the past decades have created complexitie…
The Bush Administration's Approach to Israeli-Palestinian Peacemaking
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The Bush Administration's Approach to Israeli-Palestinian Peacemaking
But the Bush administration showed little interest in the peace process. Instead, it pursued a set of policies that eit…
The Bush administration exhibited a lack of interest in the peace process and instead directed policies that underm…
Humanitarian Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Humanitarian Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…tims. Where survival is the first priority, the Dhammakaya Foundation has joined in the effort to diminish the suffering of the many folks through donations of food, clothing, shelter and medicine. Relie…
The Dhammakaya Foundation actively contributes to humanitarian efforts, especially during natural disasters and political unrest. Focused on alleviating suffering, the foundation provides essential do
Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
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Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
donate palm-leaf scriptures as an act of merit and such donations appear less frequently in the sacred dantam (贽坦) or offering ceremony. Donors prefer to donate Buddhist scriptures printed using mod
…ble and readable texts printed on Chinese and sa-paper. Reasons include cost, legibility, and the diminishing ability of the Dai people to read traditional scripts, as modern education focuses on the New …
Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
… not abandoned. The failure of the freedom agenda is due not only to poor policy choices the Bush administration made in some countries, but also to a set of underlying realities of both Arab and American…
This text discusses the complexities and challenges in the New Middle East, particularly regarding nuclear ambitions of countries like Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and the decline of the U.S. freedom agend
The New Middle East: Democracy vs. Stability
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The New Middle East: Democracy vs. Stability
…ransformed friendlier regimes earlier defined as “autocratic” into “moderates.” By 2007, the Bush administration seemed to have reverted precisely to the policy of purchasing stability at the price of lib…
This text discusses the shift in U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East following the September 11 attacks. President Bush's declaration of aligning American values of freedom and security contrasted
The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
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The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
…lived. By mid-2006, with the situation in Iraq deteriorating and concern about Iran mounting, the administration forgot its previous criticism of friendly autocratic regimes, redefined them as moderates, …
In a speech in Cairo in June 2005, Rice underscored U.S. democratic reform measures. The U.S. reacted to Egypt's governance by canceling a free-trade agreement due to human rights concerns. While some
Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
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Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
…g their own power. So-called reformers in the ruling establishments only want economic reform and administrative modernization, not civil and political liberties and broad political participation. Secular…
The text discusses the complexities faced in promoting democracy in Arab nations, highlighting the influence of incumbent regimes resistant to political reform. It notes that, despite potential allies
Shi’a Discontent and Regional Dynamics in the Middle East
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Shi’a Discontent and Regional Dynamics in the Middle East
…provements, tolerance of discriminatory practices against Shi’a is still evident in the country’s administrative and religious institutions. _________________________________________________ CARNEGIE ENDO…
This text analyzes the socio-political dynamics affecting Shi’a Muslims in the Middle East, highlighting their status in various countries, including Iran, Iraq, and Bahrain. While Hizbollah has estab
Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
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Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
…arijani, by then adviser to Supreme Guide Ali Khamenei, visited Cairo to meet with Egyptian Foreign Minister Ahmed Abul Gheit, leading to speculation that Egypt and Iran would soon restore diplomatic rela…
The complexities of Iran's relationship with Sunni states underscore the ongoing challenges in Middle Eastern diplomacy. Iran seeks to be a leader in the region, supporting not only Shiite factions bu
The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
The Dhammakaya Foundation itself was established on 20 February 1970. Buildings were kept to a minimum and emphasized finesse, easy maintenance, cleanliness and durability. The foundation stone for t…
The Dhammakaya Foundation was established on 20 February 1970 with a focus on minimalistic yet durable structures for spiritual practice. H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn provi…
Overview of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in China
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Overview of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in China
… Dai social life. The Dai people value their Buddhism and their Buddhist manuscripts highly. The Administrative Department for the Religious Affairs of the People's Government, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomo…
This document provides an overview of Theravāda Buddhist manuscripts found in China, particularly in Yunnan Province. It discusses the significance of these manuscripts within the Dai community and hi
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
…security and its identity will be better protected, a portion of Palestinian national goals will be minimally met, the threat of wider war in the region will decrease, and U.S. diplomatic and security str…
The pursuit of peace in the Israel-Palestine conflict hinges on the two-state solution, which aims to protect Israel's existence and Palestinian rights. Achieving this requires strong Palestinian lead
Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
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Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
… of destroying Israel—can only be met by building on one of the few diplomatic successes the Bush administration has had: the involvement of Arab states. By cornering Hamas between regional pressure and d…
The text discusses the challenges of integrating Hamas while managing its actions against Israel. It stresses the importance of regional pressures and U.S. support for a unified Palestinian government
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
…silent. The democracy promotion agenda requires a complete rethinking. The policies of the Bush administration, already languishing, should be allowed to die quietly and new policies only relauched when…
…suing democracy agendas. Lastly, it argues for the termination of outdated policies from the Bush administration, proposing a set of conditions under which a new approach to democracy promotion can be rel…
Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
… careful not to misrepresent and praise marginal top-down changes as democratization, as the Bush administration has often done when heaping praise on countries like Bahrain and Oman. Long-term efforts t…
The text discusses the fluctuating concept of democracy promotion in the Middle East, highlighting the confusion between promoting democracy and regime overthrow. It emphasizes the need for the U.S. t
GFF Pattern Analysis
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GFF Pattern Analysis
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This text delves into the GFF patterns, examining their characteristics and implications. It discusses various combinations and configurations foun…
Preservation of Mes Aynak: A Plea from WFBY
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Preservation of Mes Aynak: A Plea from WFBY
…ho care for the destiny of the ancient Buddhist remains at Mes Aynak, which is scheduled for copper mining in December 2012. The 3,300-year-old priceless cultural heritage site will be permanently erased …
…ship of Buddhist Youth (WFBY) has formally requested UNESCO to intervene against the planned copper mining at Mes Aynak, a site of crucial cultural and historical significance dating back 3,300 years. Thi…
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
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The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
Networking with a Dharma Politizer We worship money as God and morality is lost. When we do this, we begin to associate with ‘bad’ people, or people who lead us away from the very thing that would he
In examining the decline of empires, we find a key factor in the worship of money, leading to a loss of morali…