Egypt’s Mubarak Leaves Behind A Complicated Legacy
News of the passing of Egypt’s former president Hosni Mubarak has triggered varied responses from regional observers, as each of them tries to come to terms with a legacy that spans 3 decades. Mr.
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After Iraq and Lebanon, Is Iran Next?
Views from the Region
Iranians have taken to the streets to protest against the government’s decision to raise petrol prices. The move, which Iranian officials have argued was necessary due to the drop in oil exports as a result of U.S.
Turkish President Visits White House Amid Worsening Relations
Views from the Region
This week, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will visit the U.S. president at the White House. The meeting, which was confirmed only a few days ago, takes place against a worsening U.S.-Turkish relationship and moves by the U.S.
What's Next for the Region Following al-Baghdadi's Death?
Views from the Region
News of the death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, leader of the Islamic State, has sparked debate across the region about the consequences of his demise.
The New Political Islam: Human Rights, Democracy, and Justice
Emmanuel Karagiannis
“Political Islam” is a constantly changing force in global politics. It is the term frequently used to designate movements that explicitly call for application of Islamic principles in modern political life.
Shia Militias and Exclusionary Politics In Iraq Preview
Shia Militias and Exclusionary Politics In Iraq
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Turkey's Syria Policy Under Pressure
Views from the Region
The agreement between the United States and Turkey to establish a “peace corridor” or safe zone in northern Syria appears to be holding for the moment. Last month’s agreement envisioned the joint patrolling of the area by both U.S.
Chinese and Russian Influence in the Middle East
Chinese and Russian Influence in the Middle East
Revolution without Revolutionaries: Making Sense of the Arab Spring
Asef Bayat
Revolution without Revolutionaries challenges the conventional concept of revolution as a collective and conscious action aimed at overthrowing a political system in a short period of time.
Rationalizing Public Repression: Mubarak's Self-Toppling Regime
Rationalizing Public Repression: Mubarak's Self-Toppling Regime