Policy Briefs
Popular Protests in Iraq: The Short- and Long-Term Repercussions
Thu, 11/14/2019 - 10:58
The protests, which began in early October, represent a popular rejection of the policies pursued by all Iraqi governments since 2003, which the protestors say have impoverished Iraqis, fomented ethnic and sectarian divisions, and led to rampant corruption.
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Redrawing the Turkish political map
Wed, 09/25/2019 - 10:58
However the partisan drama plays out, developments suggest Turkey is entering a new era of political fragmentation, leaving behind a relatively long period of political and partisan stability ushered in by the…
Two-pronged approaches: considerations in the US-Iran showdown
Sun, 05/19/2019 - 10:49
Although both the United States and Iran say they do not want a direct military confrontation, such escalation by the United States necessarily invites an Iranian response, particularly since Tehran is butting…
The assault on Tripoli: Haftar’s military calculations and the political ramifications
Sun, 04/21/2019 - 09:12
Faced with a failed offensive and weakened political influence, Haftar may decide to focus his efforts on eastern Libya, which would give added impetus to partition and deepen existing divisions.
Turkish municipal elections: AKP victory tastes like defeat in major cities
Thu, 04/04/2019 - 10:54
Overall, the AKP’s vote share in the 30 biggest cities declined from 2014, continuing a trend seen first in the 2017 referendum. The reversal in AKP fortunes is most evident in Istanbul, often considered a micr…
The popular movement in Algeria: motivations and outcomes
Tue, 03/19/2019 - 07:56
By recognising the legitimacy of the protestors’ demands, praising their peaceful conduct, and offering piecemeal concessions, the Algerian regime hopes to defuse the protests or perhaps buy time to divide the…
Sudan demonstrations between ad-hoc economic measures and far-reaching political changes
Thu, 02/07/2019 - 10:22
The conflict in Sudan is now between two competing visions: where Bashir believes no political change is needed to address the crisis, the protestors are adamant that it can only be resolved with his departure.…
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Popular Protests in Iraq: The Short- and Long-Term Repercussions
Thu, 11/14/2019 - 10:58
The protests, which began in early October, represent a popular rejection of the policies pursued by all Iraqi governments since 2003, which the protestors say have impoverished Iraqis, fomented ethnic and sect…
The Future of IS after Baghdadi
Tue, 11/12/2019 - 08:35
IS will face problems filling the vacuum left by Baghdadi and maintaining cohesion. It could also be weakened by internal factionalism or sustained pressure by the powers that seek to eradicate it.
Lebanese protests: cross-communal rage
Wed, 10/30/2019 - 06:21
Lebanon is witnessing protests that are unprecedented in size, reach and their surpassing of sectarian boundaries; and partial reforms and repeated warnings have been unable to stop or undermine them.
Authors
Nael M. Shama
Peter Bartu
Zaki Shaikh
