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The @CSIS Middle East Program focuses on the drivers of change in the region and is led by @myacoubian. Follows/RTs ≠ endorsements.
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Joined June 2016
Join us on July 29 @ 11am ET as @myacoubian @Diana_Rayes @BashirTajaldin & Lolwa Al-Abdulmalek discuss Syria's public health system during the country's fragile transition. Access the virtual event using the link below 👇.
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The CSIS Middle East Program hosts a panel focusing on rehabilitation of Syria's public health system after the fall of the Assad regime. The panel will be preceded by a keynote speech from the...
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RT @CSIS: Following escalating sectarian violence in southern Syria, Israel struck various Syrian government targets on July 16, 2025. @CSI….
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On July 16, Israel struck various Syrian government targets in response to escalating violence in southern Syria. Mona Yacoubian and Will Todman explore their implications for Syria and the wider...
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ICYMI: Yesterday @myacoubian visited the @WashInstitute to discuss regional opportunities & risks in the wake of the Iran-Israel ceasefire. Watch the recording below!.
#TWIPolicyForum w/ @robsatloff @myacoubian @RichardMNephew concludes. Thank you to everyone who watched and participated. Find video on-demand at:
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Happening TODAY! Join us at 3pm ET as @CSISGeopolitics experts discuss the future of the "Axis of Upheaval." . @VictorDCha @myacoubian @MSnegovaya @BrianTHart.
Join us on June 30 @ 3pm ET as @VictorDCha @MYacoubian @MSnegovaya & @BrianTHart discuss what the Iran conflict tells us about the "Axis of Upheaval" between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Access the virtual event using the link below 👇.
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Check out this week's episode of the State of Play podcast to hear insights from two of our Middle East Program experts!.
New: @myacoubian and @maxbergmann joined me on State of Play to discuss the implications of the Israel-Iran war and what it tells us about the changing world order. This was a great conversation, with lots of rich insights!
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Join us on June 30 @ 3pm ET as @VictorDCha @MYacoubian @MSnegovaya & @BrianTHart discuss what the Iran conflict tells us about the "Axis of Upheaval" between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Access the virtual event using the link below 👇.
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ICYMI: Yesterday, Middle East Program director @myacoubian was a panelist at the Petro Diplomacy conference, hosted by @GulfStatesInst. Watch the recording below to catch her insights.
Iran could well make the decision that its best recourse at this moment is a sprint to even a crude nuclear weapon. @myacoubian
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NEW: Middle East Program director @myacoubian sat down with @handrewschwartz to discuss the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and Iran's retaliation on Al Udeid Air Base. Check out "The Truth of the Matter" podcast below.
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HAPPENING NOW: CSIS Middle East and @CSISDefense experts discuss Israel and Iran at war. Watch here:
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RT @CSIS: LIVE NOW: @CSISMidEast and @CSISDefense experts discuss the implications of the conflict between Israel and Iran, exploring the r….
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CSIS experts Daniel Byman and Doreen Horschig join Mona Yacoubian to discuss current developments in the Iran-Israel conflict, moderated by Will Todman.
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TODAY: Join us at 4 PM EDT for a discussion on the Israel-Iran war featuring CSIS experts @myacoubian, @dbyman, @doreen__h, and @WillTodman.
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CSIS experts Daniel Byman and Doreen Horschig join Mona Yacoubian to discuss current developments in the Iran-Israel conflict, moderated by Will Todman.
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RT @CSIS: Tomorrow at 4 pm ET, @CSISMidEast and @CSIS_Threats experts discuss the implications of the conflict between Israel and Iran and….
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CSIS experts Daniel Byman and Doreen Horschig join Mona Yacoubian to discuss current developments in the Iran-Israel conflict, moderated by Will Todman.
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"The growing conflict between Israel and Iran comes at a time when key stakeholders in the region were seeking to de-escalate tensions and assist countries emerging from conflict, such as Syria and Lebanon," writes @myacoubian in a new piece for CSIS.
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On June 13, Israel launched widespread attacks on Iran. Mona Yacoubian explores reasons why, possible responses, and what this means for the region and the United States.
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Israel launched a major attack on Iran, killing several top military commanders and striking the country's nuclear enrichment facility. Why did Israel conduct these airstrikes? What are the risks of further escalation? @myacoubian answers.
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Israel's strikes on Iran last night have significantly increased the chances of a region-wide war, which neither the United States nor the countries in the region want. @myacoubian unpacks reasons behind the operation, possible responses, and more.
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On June 13, Israel launched widespread attacks on Iran. Mona Yacoubian explores reasons why, possible responses, and what this means for the region and the United States.
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This past Eid, King Mohammad VI urged Moroccans to avoid slaughtering sheep due to the ongoing droughts in the country. In a new Mezze blogpost, former intern Sadeen Haddad explores how it was received—and what it can say about climate and governance.
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The Moroccan king urges Moroccans to forgo the slaughter of sheep this Eid due to an ongoing drought.
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This week, senior fellow @NatashaHallDC and program manager and research associate @ninarfawal published an article in @ForeignAffairs exploring Trump's recent decision to lift sanctions on Syria. Read here:
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Sanctions relief is not enough.
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What caused the deadly explosion at Iran’s largest port?. Using exclusive satellite imagery, @CSIS experts unpack what happened, what it means for Iran’s economy—and what impact it might have on the ongoing U.S.-Iran talks. Read more 👇 .
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Middle East Program Research Associate Martin Pimentel answers critical questions about the recent explosion at Iran’s Shahid Rajaee port.
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In a recent Critical Questions: President Trump’s surprise move to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria during a speech in Riyadh marks a major policy shift. Why now? Who benefits? And who’s pushing back?. Get the full breakdown by @myacoubian 👇 .
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President Trump’s announcement that he is lifting U.S. sanctions on Syria could yield both Gulf goodwill and lucrative business opportunities. While some are undoubtedly happy with the decision, it...
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On the latest #Babel episode, Jon Alterman talks with Dr. Mohanad Hage Ali about the rise of a new drug trade in Lebanon—and Hezbollah’s role in it. Tune in here:
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Jon Alterman speaks with Dr. Mohanad Hage Ali, deputy director for research at the Carnegie Middle East Center in Beirut. Together, they discuss Hezbollah’s involvement in these drug networks, as...
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