International Affairs Forum

Fri. July 04, 2025

IAF Articles: Middle East/Caucasus: Middle East

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The JCPOA and U.S. withdrawal: Losses greater than the benefits

Paper examines Iran's economy from 2012 to 2022, focusing on the Iranian economy and during and following the JCPOA agreement. By Mojtaba Eskandari. (06/26/2025) Read More...

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The Impact of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict on Women and Children

Author examines issues facing women and children in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. By Dr. Beatrice Alupo. (01/10/2025) Read More...

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The Syrian Great Game

The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria: background history and what's next in the aftermath. By Prof. Manlio Graziano. 12/10/2024 Read More...

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Retaliation Redefined: Iran’s Strategy and Israel’s Preparedness

Authors analyze Israeli's Iron Dome defense system in the context of the October 1 Iranan missile attack. By Akankshya Ray and Mohammad Taha Ali. (11/28/2024) Read More...

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Egypt’s Economy Amidst Regional Conflicts

Egypt, strategically positioned in the heart of the Middle East and North Africa, is grappling with significant economic pressures exacerbated by regional conflicts and geopolitical instability. By Sa... Read More...

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Threats of Regional Conflict Escalation in the Middle East: A Brief Note

Reverse timeline and analysis of recent conflict escalation in the Middle East. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (08/03/2024) Read More...

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Yemen's Unrecognized Potential

Yemen faces a myriad of issues surrounding the Houthis. By Zac Knapp. 07/23/2024 Read More...

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The Cost of Exclusion: Labor and State-Sponsored History in the UAE

Article analyzes the historical narrative presented in the Al Shindagha Culture of the Sea Museum and the Abu Dhabi Heritage Village to highlight the ways in which the state’s narrative of the pre-oil... Read More...

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Saudi-Emirati Rivalry and The Distribution of Regional Powers in The Middle East

Essay explores the impact of the rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the UAE on the Middle East region's power balance.By Fatma Tawfik. 06/10/2024 Read More...

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The Bahrain Arab Summit and Public Expectations of Outcome: A Brief

Timeline of events surrounding the Bahrain Arab Summit. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (05/20/2024) Read More...

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The Gaza War: A Brief (updated May 11, 2024)

Timeline of events surrounding the war in Gaza. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (05/11/2024) Read More...

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The Gaza War and Student Demonstrations: A Brief

Timeline and overview of events surrounding the war in Gaza and student demonstrations. (05/21/2024) By Dr. Sohail Mahmood.

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The Politics of the Gaza War: A Brief

Overview and timeline of politics surrounding the Gaza war. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. 05/07/2024

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Iran-Israel Conflict: A Brief

Timeline and analysis of the Iran-Israel conflict. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (04/19/2024)

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Challenges of Water Scarcity in the Middle East: The Burgeoning Trends

Analysis of water scarcity issues and potential water-related disputes in the Middle East. By Taha Ali. (02/13/2024)

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Timeline of escalations in the Middle East

Timeline of escalations in the Middle East. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. 02/08/2024

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Facts and Fiction of the Underpinnings of the Taliban’s ‘Islamic Emirate’

Essay explores the real underpinnings of the Taliban’s ideology as reflected in their governments’ policies and practices. By Naveen Khan. (01/23/2024)

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The Israel-Hamas War: Brief

Overview/timeline of the Israeli/Hamas conflict. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (01/07/2024)

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China in the Middle East: Neo-colonialism or mutual benefit?

Analysis of Chinese expansion in the Middle East and reactions to it. By Dunia Essam. (08/12/2023)

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Could Iran Become a Great Power Once Again?

An in-depth analysis of Iran, including its history, current status, and place in the international community. By Giordani Dimitrov. (01/19/2022)

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Erdogan’s Masterplan: Decoding geopolitical impact of Erdogan’s foreign policy

Erdogan's policies and influence in Turkey, the region, and internationally. By Anshika Singh. (09/02/2022)

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Interview with Noam Chomsky: Biden’s Middle East Trip Contains Echoes of Trump’s Policies

Noam Chomsky reflects on President Biden's current Middle East trip. Interview by C.J. Polychronou. (07/15/2022)

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Timeline of the JCPOA

Author examines a timeline of the JCPOA, how the nuclear deal came about, what happened to it during the Trump administration, and what is being done about it in the current Biden administration. B... Read More...

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Public Transportation Uptake in the Arab Region: Where are the Private Car Deterrents?

Examining the needs for the Arab region's 'Car Culture' needs to be curbed. By Elliott J. Neal. (02/23/2022)

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Cultural Diplomacy of an Israeli Martial Art - Krav Maga: The Issue of Peace in the Middle East According to Itay Gil

Interview with Dr. Itay Gil, a distinguished member of the Israeli Special Forces who is also an internationally renowned expert in security / defense. By Jorge Marinho. (01/10/2022)

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