U.S-Iranian Tensions: The Gulf Arab States
Kristin Smith Diwan and Hussein Ibish discuss the role for the Gulf Arab states in de-escalating tensions between Iran and the United States
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U.S.-Iranian Tensions: Europe and Beyond
Emma Soubrier discusses the potential for European powers, as well as Russia and China, to build a multilateral negotiation process with Iran.
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U.S.-Iranian Tensions: Iraq
Ambassador Douglas A. Silliman discusses internal Iraqi dynamics amid tensions between the United States and Iran.
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U.S.-Iranian Tensions: Gulf Economic Implications
Robert Mogielnicki assesses the potential economic implications of tensions between the United States and Iran across the Gulf.
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U.S.-Iranian Tensions Offer Stress Test for Gulf Arab Economies
Despite a subdued response by global and Gulf markets, the state of U.S.-Iranian relations poses long-term risks to Gulf Arab economies.
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U.S.-Iran Crisis Promotes Sudden GCC Unanimity and Common Purpose
GCC states all oppose any escalation with Iran, but it remains unclear if that will help heal other rifts.
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To Leave or Not to Leave: The U.S. Security Dilemma in Iraq
The United States does not have attractive options as far as its military presence in Iraq, but it has workable ones to achieve its strategic and security goals.
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Yemen’s Fragile Peace Efforts at Risk as Regional Tensions Spike
As Iran contemplates its response to the killing of Major General Qassim Suleimani, it will likely look to an asymmetric response employing resources in the region, such as the Houthi rebels in Yemen.
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Suleimani’s Death Draws the Gulf Region Closer to a Conflict No One Wants
Following a U.S. drone strike that killed Iran’s Quds Force chief, Gulf Arab states can help calm tensions.
Saudi, Emirati Economic Statecraft Secures Influence in Sudan
Saudi and Emirati efforts to preserve their position of primacy in post-transition Sudan is apparent in their willingness to assist in economic development, provide humanitarian assistance, and strengthen security cooperation with its government.
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