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Betting Big in Yemen

For the Houthis, this is an existential fight. But the United States has a harder path to success.

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How Russia's Middle East Strategy Threatens Gulf Security

Even if the Ukraine war comes to an end, the implications of Russia’s partnerships with Iran and the Houthis will last, and the consequences will be felt, first and foremost, in the Gulf.

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Yemen’s Weakest Link: The Presidential Leadership Council

To eliminate the Houthis' capabilities, the United States will need the support of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, a body plagued by infighting and incompetence.

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Maximum Pressure, Minimum Options: Potential Pathways for Iran

The convergence of internal dysfunction and external pressure has renewed speculation regarding the Iranian regime’s downfall and scenarios for a political transformation.

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Russia’s Iran Gambit: Powering Civilian Growth or Fueling Military Expansion?

As Tehran and Moscow deepen their nuclear and space technology collaboration, concerns over dual-use applications and regional security implications grow.

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Syria After Assad: A Time of Hope and Challenge

Syria’s new leaders will need to evolve again and become a movement that speaks to the aspirations of all the Syrian people and addresses their pressing economic concerns and their need for rebuilt, responsive, representative institutions of governance and security.

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Sudan Is Iran’s Opening for a Foothold in the Red Sea

By providing support to the Sudanese government and army, Iran seeks to use the civil war in Sudan to bolster its position in the Red Sea.

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Can Gulf States Help End the War in Sudan?

The Gulf states’ influence in Sudan and the wider Horn of Africa gives them leverage that they can use to help bring an end to the conflict.

Saudi Arabia’s Water Future: Addressing Scarcity and Ensuring Sustainability

Continuous innovation, efficient institutional coordination, and further international collaboration will be critical to ensuring the kingdom’s water security remains robust in the face of evolving challenges.

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