Mezze: Assorted Stories from the Middle East
A taste of the debates shaping the region in 270 words or less
The CSIS Program’s Mezze series puts a spotlight on under-discussed trends and debates in the region.
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No Sheep? No Problem
Blog Post by Sadeen Haddad — June 9, 2025
(Un)scripted Diplomacy?
Blog Post by Ninar Fawal — June 4, 2025
Mixed Signals in the Middle East
Blog Post by Lily Flick — August 27, 2024
A Fishy Business in Port Said
Blog Post by Salmah Elmasry — July 30, 2024
The Voice Inside AI's Head Speaks English
Blog Post by Josh Phillips — June 18, 2024
The Bonds of Marriage between Syria and Iraq
Blog Post by Josh Phillips — May 1, 2024
Chat GPMufti
Newsletter by Martin Pimentel — October 24, 2023
A Mezze: Fishing for Food Security
Podcast Episode by Leah Hickert and Martin Pimentel — October 10, 2023

Fishing for Food Security
Newsletter by Martin Pimentel — September 19, 2023
A Mezze: Tunisia's Hunger Games
Podcast Episode by Leah Hickert — September 12, 2023
