The Stimson Center’s Middle East Program seeks to inform policy discussions on the Middle East by leveraging regional expertise, convening dialogues, and producing rigorous, non-partisan analysis and scholarship. The program assesses regional geopolitical developments with a focus on conflict management, regional security, and post-conflict peacebuilding. Through sustained engagement with policymakers, scholars, and subject-matter experts, the program aims to advance practical policy thinking rooted in on-the-ground realities.
A core pillar of the program is the convening of high-level Track 1.5 and Track 2.0 regional dialogues that bring together policymakers, academics, and experts to conduct joint analysis, discuss de-escalation processes, and advance regional cooperation. The program also organizes issue-area roundtables to develop impactful policy recommendations informed by global lessons learned and regional experience. The program’s analysis and policy outputs are directly informed by the insights generated through these dialogues and roundtables.
Regional instability may lead to aggressive competition for nuclear development to the detriment of ongoing nonproliferation efforts
January 8, 2024
Iran is shifting from a policy of calling for Israel's destruction to embracing a consensus in favor of a two-state solution.
January 5, 2024
Despite the use of harsh rhetoric, the Iranian government has not carried out adequate retaliation for the assassination of its generals
January 2, 2024
Libya’s disarmament initially hailed as a “model” or a “success story” soon turned into a cautionary tale
December 15, 2023
Moscow’s diplomatic efforts in the Middle East reflect the rise of middle powers, juggling for leverage among the bigger geopolitical players
December 13, 2023
Iran has an opportunity to enhance its military capabilities and training, which are currently outmatched by most neighboring countries
December 11, 2023
While Iran touts the actions of its proxies against Israel, it is struggling to deal with growing economic and societal problems at home
December 6, 2023
By targeting Israel and Israeli-owned ships, the Houthis are signaling that their harsh rhetoric against Israel is not just empty words
December 4, 2023
