Medlir Mema, PhD
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
Lebanon’s attempts to avoid state failure have received yet another blow as some Arab countries recalled their envoys from Beirut and expelled Lebanese ambassadors.
Medlir Mema, PhD
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
The 26th U.N. Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) underway in Glasgow has brought together government officials and representatives of civil society from around the world to try to find a way to avoid the worst effects of the impending crisis.
Medlir Mema, PhD
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
On October 22, the Israeli government designated six Palestinian NGOs — Al-Haq, Addameer, Bisan Center, Defense for Children International-Palestine, the Union of Agricultural Work Committees, and the Union of Palestinian Women’s Committees — as accessories to
Medlir Mema, PhD
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
The arrest by Turkish authorities of 15 individuals suspected of spying on behalf of Israel has raised concerns about an increase in tension between the two countries. So far, neither side has spoken out publicly.
Medlir Mema, PhD
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
Lebanon’s fragile peace has become more fraught since the shooting of pro-Hezbollah protesters by armed assailants. The situation around Beirut and other major cities was already tense, due to a worsening economic and security crisis.
What lies behind assassination attempt on Iraq’s prime minister?
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
Iraq, one of only two Arab countries, along with Jordan, to be invited to next month’s “Summit for Democracy,” has been rocked by violence.
Lebanon’s isolation increases as Arab countries recall ambassadors
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
Lebanon’s attempts to avoid state failure have received yet another blow as some Arab countries recalled their envoys from Beirut and expelled Lebanese ambassadors.
Climate change tops regional agenda
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
The 26th U.N. Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) underway in Glasgow has brought together government officials and representatives of civil society from around the world to try to find a way to avoid the worst effects of the impending crisis.
Israeli media split on terrorist designation of six Palestinian NGOs
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
On October 22, the Israeli government designated six Palestinian NGOs — Al-Haq, Addameer, Bisan Center, Defense for Children International-Palestine, the Union of Agricultural Work Committees, and the Union of Palestinian Women’s Committees — as accessories to
Tensions rise as the West and Turkey search for common ground
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
The arrest by Turkish authorities of 15 individuals suspected of spying on behalf of Israel has raised concerns about an increase in tension between the two countries. So far, neither side has spoken out publicly.
40 Under 40 Membership Announcement
In celebration of our 40th anniversary, MEPC is excited to announce the inaugural cohort of 40 Under 40 Awardees.
Syria: A Tale of Two Realities
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
More than ten years since the first protests against the Assad regime, Syria is beginning to experience a thawing of relations with its neighbors.
Gunning down of Hezbollah supporters dims prospects for justice in Lebanon
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
Lebanon’s fragile peace has become more fraught since the shooting of pro-Hezbollah protesters by armed assailants. The situation around Beirut and other major cities was already tense, due to a worsening economic and security crisis.
Iraq after the parliamentary elections: more of the same?
Fellow, Middle East Policy Council
Iraqis have gone to the polls to elect their representatives amidst concerns about worsening economic conditions and social unrest.
The Old Diplomatic Playbook Has Failed Israel-Palestine
On Thursday October 7th, we hosted our 6th Contributor Dialogue. MEPC Executive Director Bassima Alghussein spoke with author Perry Cammack.