Conflict and Humanitarian Crises

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Rethinking Water as a Frontline Security Risk

Water has emerged as a frontline security challenge. As scarcity, mismanagement, climate change, and conflict converge, water is being weaponized for geopolitical objectives worldwide. What can policymakers do to protect critical water infrastructure and mitigate risks?

Critical Questions by Franck Gbaguidi and Caitlin Welsh — August 5, 2026

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Jon Alterman

Jon B. Alterman

Zbigniew Brzezinski Chair in Global Security and Geostrategy
Caitlin Welsh

Caitlin Welsh

Director, Global Food and Water Security Program
Will Todman

Will Todman

Chief of Staff, Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department; and Senior Fellow, Middle East Program

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Rethinking Water as a Frontline Security Risk

Water has emerged as a frontline security challenge. As scarcity, mismanagement, climate change, and conflict converge, water is being weaponized for geopolitical objectives worldwide. What can policymakers do to protect critical water infrastructure and mitigate risks?

Critical Questions by Franck Gbaguidi and Caitlin Welsh — August 5, 2026

Subsidies, Stockpiles, and Shortages

This installment of Charting the Middle East spotlights regional government responses to the Iran war’s widening impacts.

Newsletter by Josiane Atallah — June 18, 2026

State of Play

Trump's Iran Deal: What Comes Next?

U.S. and Iran announce a framework deal with a 60‑day ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. CSIS experts analyze its winners, challenges ahead, and its impact on the Middle East.

Podcast Episode by CSIS Scholars — June 15, 2026

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Iran's Food Crisis

This installment of Charting the Middle East explores how the war has exacerbated Iran's economic collapse and its cost-of-living crisis.

Newsletter by Lilya Yatim — June 12, 2026

Fragility, Conflict, and the Future of Aid in Turbulent Times

CSIS will examine the future of aid amid rising conflict and global disorder. Experts will discuss how displacement, changing aid dynamics, and political instability impact fragile states, exploring how organizations must adapt to growing demand and constrained resources.

Event — June 8, 2026