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The Syrian government has yet to grant any major concession in exchange for its regional reintegration.

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The Chinese-brokered diplomatic agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia could have potentially profound implications not only for the future of the Middle East but also for the relative strength of the United States' continued influence in this part of the world.

Since the end of October 2022, Lebanon has not had a president despite suffering from a persistent and worsening politico-economic crisis characterized by extreme poverty, uncertainty, and state failure.

Ten of the most important or far-reaching events and trends that dominated the MENA region in 2022.

Ten of the most important or far-reaching events and trends that dominated the MENA region in 2022.

U.S. mediators tried for more than a decade to broker a maritime border agreement between Lebanon and Israel. Finally, the elements fell into place for a landmark deal between two countries officially — and sometimes actively — at war since 1948. Russia’s war in Ukraine this year and Europe’s resulting energy crisis have increased demand…

Mutual interest in offshore natural gas fields could help stave off conflict but won't have broader political clout of Abraham Accords, may not even give Lebanese financial relief

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