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MENASource

Jun 24, 2024

The Syrian electoral system guarantees inequality

By Vladimir Pran and Maroun Sfeir

The framework of the block vote is so advantageous to the Baath Party that opposition parties would not stand a chance to win a significant number of seats.

Democratic Transitions Elections

MENASource

Jun 18, 2024

From rebel factions to an army: Efforts to tame the Syrian National Army

By Levent Kemal

The ultimate goal of reforming the SNA is to create space for a self-sufficient political actor that organizes public policies.

Conflict Europe & Eurasia

MENASource

Jun 14, 2024

Razing the dead: Contextualizing IDF cemetery desecration in Gaza

By Charles Johnson

When the IDF razes Gazan cemeteries, it also razes Palestinian heritage, culture, and claims to the land.

Conflict Human Rights
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MENASource

Jun 24, 2024

The Syrian electoral system guarantees inequality

By Vladimir Pran and Maroun Sfeir

The framework of the block vote is so advantageous to the Baath Party that opposition parties would not stand a chance to win a significant number of seats.

Democratic Transitions Elections

IranSource

Jun 21, 2024

Don’t be fooled by the ‘reformist.’ Iran’s presidential election won’t bring fundamental change.

By Holly Dagres

The only way out of this conundrum is if Iranians take their destiny into their own hands.

Civil Society Democratic Transitions

IranSource

Jun 21, 2024

There are several Iranian presidential candidates, but only one Khamenei might want

By Shay Khatiri

Whoever becomes president will be a hint as to which of these crises the supreme leader believes to be the most urgent.

Democratic Transitions Elections

Econographics

Jun 20, 2024

Is the end of the petrodollar near? 

By Hung Tran

Saudi Arabia approaches the petrodollar remains an important harbinger of the financial future to come.

Economy & Business International Markets

IranSource

Jun 19, 2024

Masoud Pezeshkian is a possible game changer in the upcoming Iranian presidential election

By Saeid Jafari

Masoud Pezeshkian has the potential to be a game changer in the upcoming presidential election, but he faces significant hurdles.

Elections Iran

MENASource

Jun 18, 2024

From rebel factions to an army: Efforts to tame the Syrian National Army

By Levent Kemal

The ultimate goal of reforming the SNA is to create space for a self-sufficient political actor that organizes public policies.

Conflict Europe & Eurasia

TURKEYSource

Jun 18, 2024

Turkey signed two major deals with Somalia. Will it be able to implement them?

By Kiran Baez

Turkey will face major challenges from both external and domestic pressure in implementing its hydrocarbons and maritime security deals.

East Africa Geopolitics & Energy Security

In the News

Jun 17, 2024

Tran, Matthews, and CBDC Tracker cited by YouTube video on Saudi Arabia mBridge membership

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China Digital Currencies

China-MENA Podcast

Jun 17, 2024

Unpacking Influence: China’s Impact on US Strategy in the Middle East

By Atlantic Council

Dana Stroul joins us to unpack China's impact on US strategy in the Middle East and North Africa, and delve into the strategic significance of 5G technology and cloud computing.

Economy & Business Energy & Environment

In the News

Jun 16, 2024

Charai in the National Interest: Assessing the G-7 Summit

By Atlantic Council

Europe & Eurasia Middle East
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