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.
In the short term, Hamas and Iran may appear to gain from the horrific events unfolding in Israel and Gaza, but the situation is volatile
October 12, 2023
Regardless of Iran's potential role in Hamas's recent attack, Iran's animosity toward Israel and support for anti-Israeli groups is well-established
October 12, 2023
The Gaza war is likely to increase regional polarization and regime’s crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in Iran
October 11, 2023
Mass arrests prevented protests on the anniversary of Amini’s death but the crisis of confidence and the search for an alternative system continues
October 5, 2023
Iran's 'first lady' organized a conference for foreign women journalists but left many participants unimpressed
October 4, 2023
The corridor would link Saudi Arabia to Israel in a trade route and could strengthen U.S.-led diplomacy efforts to achieve rapprochement
October 3, 2023
A ‘Green Blue Deal’ aims to generate trust and equitable distribution of water and energy between Israel, Jordan, and the occupied Palestinian Territories
September 29, 2023
Following the "Women, Life, Freedom" movement, Iran has introduced new conservative legislation that infringes on women's human rights
September 27, 2023
