The Region
The ACLS mission is to help fill the gap in mutual understanding between the Middle East and the United States, using research and analysis as our primary tool. ACLS experts have designed this page as a reference hub for researchers, students, or just enthusiasts who want to learn more about the Middle East. Here readers can find the most notable news items, …as well as our periodic newsletter “The Region,” organized by country and month.
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The Region October 30-2023
Rania Kisar The Region October 30-2023 Executive Summary: The Middle East remains a volatile geopolitical landscape, with escalating tensions and complexities since last week’s analysis. Israel’s domestic and international scrutiny is intensifying due to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Iran is increasingly assertive, challenging Western alliances and indicating readiness for escalated conflict. Saudi Arabia
The Region – USA & ISRAEL & PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES Report
The Region October 23-2023 Rania Kisar USA In The Region Analysis: The U.S. is recalibrating its Middle East strategy, as evidenced by the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s diversion to Israel and a bipartisan Senate delegation’s regional tour. The Marine unit, known for rapid deployment and high-impact capabilities, enhances U.S. readiness against potential threats, particularly from
The Region – Turkiye, The Gulf, and Egypt Situation Analysis
The Region October 23-2023 Rania Kisar Turkiye Analysis: Türkiye’s recent diplomatic activities reveal a nation adept at balancing its relationships with both regional and global powers. The recalibration of its stance on Hamas, under pressure from the United States, indicates a strategic shift aimed at maintaining balanced ties with key players like Israel. Türkiye’s call
IRAN & Proxies’ Report
IRAN & Proxies’ Report Rania Kisar IRAN & Proxies’ Report Analysis: Iranian officials appear to be parroting a unified confrontational rhetoric of defiance, threats, and criticism while showcasing alleged military advancements to imply their preparedness for any regional escalations. Iran, however, is not just trying to make vocal noises, rather it is preparing and strategizing
The Region October 23-2023
The Region October 23-2023 Rania Kisar Executive Summary: In today’s edition of the Region, we offer an in-depth analysis that navigates the complex geopolitical terrain of the MENA region, a subject of critical importance to U.S. foreign policy. The report focuses on pivotal actors such as Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, providing a multi-faceted
The Region October 16, 2023
The Region October 16, 2023 Expert Analysis: Today’s edition of the Region highlights a series of events that could potentially impact American interests and national security. The suspension of Saudi-Israeli normalization talks and the unity of Gulf states could signal a shift in regional alliances, affecting U.S. diplomatic leverage. Iran’s actions, from supplying drones to
The Arab Maghreb
