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The Arab World at an Inflection Point

CSIS expert Jon B. Alterman explains why the Arab world is once again at an inflection point as leaders make consequential decisions about their countries’ economies, governance style, respect for freedom of speech, and level of income inequality.

Commentary by Jon B. Alterman — January 17, 2023

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The Arab World at an Inflection Point

CSIS expert Jon B. Alterman explains why the Arab world is once again at an inflection point as leaders make consequential decisions about their countries’ economies, governance style, respect for freedom of speech, and level of income inequality.

Commentary by Jon B. Alterman — January 17, 2023

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Haiti Policy: Stumbling toward 2023

CSIS senior associate Georges A. Fauriol analyzes the current political and security challenges in Haiti and key trends to watch for in 2023.

Commentary by Georges A. Fauriol — January 13, 2023

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The Interim Government of Venezuela Was Dissolved by Its Own Promoters

CSIS Americas director Ryan C. Berg and senior associate Alexandra Winkler unpack the consequences of the interim government of Venezuela's dissolution, and the implications for democracy in Venezuela and U.S. foreign policy.

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg and Alexandra Winkler — January 12, 2023

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The Humanitarian Influence of Yemen's Truce

Despite a six-month truce, humanitarian conditions in Yemen remain dire while the implications of the truce’s expiration remain uncertain. Ongoing humanitarian and protection concerns remain, while a funding gap impedes the ability of aid actors to respond.

Commentary by Sierra Ballard and Jacob Kurtzer — December 19, 2022

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LGBTQ+ Advocacy in the Middle East Backfires

Will Todman challenges Western activists’ approach to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in the Middle East, underscoring the importance of listening to queer voices from the region.

Commentary by Will Todman — December 16, 2022

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U.S. Security Force Assistance in Africa

To meet the growing threat of jihadist-linked violence in Africa, the United States should support efforts to address its underlying causes.

Commentary by Jason Warner — December 12, 2022

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It’s Time for a U.S.-Africa Cities Summit

A new era of U.S.-African diplomacy could be ushered in through an increased focus on strengthening shared urban ties and cosmopolitan capacities.

Commentary by Jon Temin — December 12, 2022

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