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"We are pleased to welcome @Roy_Gutman to @WashInstitute. The @PulitzerPrizes-winning journalist will enrich our understanding of ISIS; his scholarship will help develop sound policies to prevent the rise of ISIS [---]. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/press-room/view/veteran-foreign-affairs-correspondent-roy-gutman-joins-the-washington-insti https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/press-room/view/veteran-foreign-affairs-correspondent-roy-gutman-joins-the-washington-insti"
X Link 2019-08-26T21:29Z 71.6K followers, [--] engagements

"The protest movement against Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's controversial judicial overhaul plan was initially united by a sense of severe urgency said Tamar Hermann. 📺Watch as a panel of experts discuss the current crisis in #Israel: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/pausing-israels-judicial-overhaul-toward-compromise-or-deepening-crisis https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/pausing-israels-judicial-overhaul-toward-compromise-or-deepening-crisis"
X Link 2023-03-31T18:58Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"The Saudi & Emirati energy transitions include a continued need for fossil fuels while reducing emissions - though Riyadh hopes to export "all forms of energy" down the road & Abu Dhabi seeks nuclear advances to meet power demans. @NoamRaydan reports https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gulf-energy-transition-assessing-saudi-and-emirati-goals https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gulf-energy-transition-assessing-saudi-and-emirati-goals"
X Link 2024-11-08T22:08Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"The energy transition in Saudi Arabia & UAE includes a continued need for fossil fuels while reducing emissionsthough Riyadh hopes to export all forms of energy down the road & Abu Dhabi seeks nuclear advances to meet power demand writes @NoamRaydan. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gulf-energy-transition-assessing-saudi-and-emirati-goals https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gulf-energy-transition-assessing-saudi-and-emirati-goals"
X Link 2024-11-13T22:07Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

""Ultimately however facilitating a full-scale energy transition and pursuing meaningful collaboration against climate change . will require Washington to continue working on the thorny prerequisite of regional stability" writes @NoamRaydan. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gulf-energy-transition-assessing-saudi-and-emirati-goals https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gulf-energy-transition-assessing-saudi-and-emirati-goals"
X Link 2024-11-14T17:10Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Assaf Orion: On the political change in #Lebanon - it is dramatic but it is important to wait and see where it goes. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-02-13T17:28Z 69.8K followers, [---] engagements

"The U.S.-Turkey relationship is entering a new era guided by the personal relationship between President Trump and and his counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan writes @SonerCagaptay in his new Transition [----] memo. Read the full report: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/building-momentum-us-turkey-relations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/building-momentum-us-turkey-relations"
X Link 2025-02-13T18:26Z 69.8K followers, [----] engagements

"Yevgeniya Gaber @GaberYevgeniya is a professor of national security studies at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies and a nonresident senior fellow with the @AtlanticCouncil in Turkey. Previously she served as a foreign policy advisor to the prime minister of Ukraine and a diplomat at the Ukrainian embassy in Turkey among other posts. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-02-18T15:04Z 69.8K followers, [---] engagements

"Anna Borshchevskaya @annaborsh is the Harold Grinspoon Senior Fellow in @WashInstitutes Diane and Guilford Glazer Foundation Program on Great Power Competition and the Middle East. Her writings on NATO affairs include the [----] book Putins War in Syria: Russian Foreign Policy and the Price of Americas Absence. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-02-18T15:04Z 69.8K followers, [---] engagements

"The Institute is also accepting rolling applications for the Summer [----] intern class. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the March [--] [----] deadline. More info: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities#2025-summer-internship-program https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities#2025-summer-internship-program"
X Link 2025-02-26T17:01Z 69.9K followers, [---] engagements

"New from @DevorahMargolin: As Syria weighs the possibility of granting citizenship to certain foreign fighters Washington and Damascus should be crystal clear on the red lines and plans for this process. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances"
X Link 2025-08-27T15:05Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""Implementing any citizenship proposal related to foreign fighters raises big questions for both U.S. policy and the future stability of Syria" writes @DevorahMargolin. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances"
X Link 2025-08-27T19:17Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Foreign fighters who remain in Syria can be categorized in three large groups. Any proposal for granting citizenship to such fighters must be crystal clear on the red lines and plans for this process writes @DevorahMargolin. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances"
X Link 2025-08-28T16:05Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"As Syria weights the possibility of granting citizenship to foreign fighters who traveled there to take part in the civil war the U.S. must clarify red lines emphasize implications and reinforce the need for transparency writes @DevorahMargolin. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances"
X Link 2025-09-03T17:48Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Syrian citizenship for foreign fighters @DevorahMargolin explains who the foreign fighters are and how the proposal for granting citizenship to such fighters must be careful clear and firm in how it addresses various complexities. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syrian-citizenship-foreign-fighters-us-red-lines-and-nuances"
X Link 2025-09-08T17:30Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"On October [--] the #UNSC is set to decide on whether to renew MINURSO's mandate. Sabina Henneberg explains what we can expect ahead of next month's vote. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/time-pull-plug-minurso-not-quite https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/time-pull-plug-minurso-not-quite"
X Link 2025-09-24T15:32Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Despite Moroccos growing diplomatic momentum and recent U.S. cuts to the UN peacekeeping budget prematurely ending MINURSO would be a mistake write @_SouhireMedini and Sabina Henneberg. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/time-pull-plug-minurso-not-quite https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/time-pull-plug-minurso-not-quite"
X Link 2025-09-25T17:26Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

".@GhAlOmari: How can Abbas make himself relevant He has to step aside. In the Palestinian eyes he is seen as failed and corrupt in his approach to governance. He will have to step out and new leadership will need to (1) provide moral clarity (2) demonstrate willingness to reform and give good governance (3) show it is able to engage the region and the U.S. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-10-10T14:50Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

""By offering a plan that promises not just an end to fighting in Gaza but building a full and enduring regional peace the president has taken on the task of repairing the damage wrought by Hamas unholy war" writes @robsatloff in @latimes. https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2025-10-09/trump-peace-deal-israel-hamas-hostages https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2025-10-09/trump-peace-deal-israel-hamas-hostages"
X Link 2025-10-20T15:04Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Saudi Arabias defense agreement with Pakistan seems mostly symbolic given that Riyadh is a major trading partner with India but the implications may nevertheless be significant writes @SHendersonDC. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/will-saudi-arabias-new-defense-agreement-pakistan-have-proliferation-consequences https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/will-saudi-arabias-new-defense-agreement-pakistan-have-proliferation-consequences"
X Link 2025-10-20T19:04Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Will Hamas disarm Who will rule Gaza @Levitt_Matt spoke with CNNs @FareedZakaria GPS. https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/fareed-zakaria-gps/episodes/79f88e30-2cc0-11ef-9801-23d56debe714 https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/fareed-zakaria-gps/episodes/79f88e30-2cc0-11ef-9801-23d56debe714"
X Link 2025-10-20T21:30Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""The secret of Mr. Trumps success with Mr. Netanyahu was offering carrots on domestic politicsnot sticks on foreign policy" writes @dstroul in @nytopinion. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/17/opinion/trump-netanyahu-gaza-israel-deal.html https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/17/opinion/trump-netanyahu-gaza-israel-deal.html"
X Link 2025-10-21T16:24Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

".@Levitt_Matt said that today Hezbollah needs much more money than it did before and Iran is having a much harder time footing the bills. At a Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control hearing @Levitt_Matt explained that Hezbollah has a long history of engaging in fundraising logistics and operational activity in Latin America. Full testimony: https://t.co/upihnKAgTK At a Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control hearing @Levitt_Matt explained that Hezbollah has a long history of engaging in fundraising logistics and operational activity in Latin America. Full testimony:"
X Link 2025-10-21T18:46Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Today @Levitt_Matt testified before the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control on how Hezbollah's postwar cash shortfall will likely spur it to double down on raising money via its extensive criminal networks in the West. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/global-gangsters-hezbollahs-latin-american-drug-trafficking-operations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/global-gangsters-hezbollahs-latin-american-drug-trafficking-operations"
X Link 2025-10-21T21:24Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

".@AmbDennisRoss spoke with @CNNs @biannagolodryga about the 20-point peace plan whether the ceasefire can hold the key role of Arab countries and more. https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/21/tv/video/dennis-ross-gaza-ceasefire-amanpour https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/21/tv/video/dennis-ross-gaza-ceasefire-amanpour"
X Link 2025-10-21T21:39Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

""Only a sharp consistent multilayered approach can drive meaningful change and lay the foundation for a stable post-Hamas Gaza" write Neomi Neumann and @DevorahMargolin. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/deradicalization-gaza-problem-solution-and-measures-success https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/deradicalization-gaza-problem-solution-and-measures-success"
X Link 2025-10-22T18:23Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

".@AmbDennisRoss spoke with @CBSNews about Hamas disarmament Vice President JD Vances visit to Israel the Gaza ceasefire and more. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/why-vance-is-in-israel/ https://www.cbsnews.com/video/why-vance-is-in-israel/"
X Link 2025-10-23T16:05Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

".@DavidMakovsky was quoted in a @washingtonpost article about Vice President JD Vance's visit to Israel and the Trump administrations Mideast peace plans. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/21/vance-israel-gaza-hamas-ceasefire/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/21/vance-israel-gaza-hamas-ceasefire/"
X Link 2025-10-23T18:56Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""At its core the new counterterrorism strategy should make clear how it views the U.S. role in leading global CT effortsa mantle that America has worn with considerable success since 9/11" writes Michael Jacobson. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/what-trump-counterterrorism-strategy-should-say https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/what-trump-counterterrorism-strategy-should-say"
X Link 2025-10-23T19:45Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"New from Sabina Henneberg and @_SouhireMedini: "The United States is well-positioned to help bridge the gap between Algeria and https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/algeria-morocco-peace-deal-managing-us-diplomacy-and-expectations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/algeria-morocco-peace-deal-managing-us-diplomacy-and-expectations"
X Link 2025-10-23T21:39Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

"📺On November [--] Iraq will go to the polls. What are the likely returns for incumbent prime minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and other key candidates Tune in on Tuesday November [--] at 12pm ET for a fascinating discussion with @AlOraibi @MUNQITHDAGHER and Amb. James Jeffrey. @davidschenker1 will moderate the event. #TWIPolicyForum Watch: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iraqs-pivotal-parlaimentary-election https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iraqs-pivotal-parlaimentary-election"
X Link 2025-10-24T14:51Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"An Algeria-Morocco "peace deal" Although the two countries have very poor relations they are not at war. Sabina Henneberg and @_SouhireMedini explain what such a deal might look like. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/algeria-morocco-peace-deal-managing-us-diplomacy-and-expectations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/algeria-morocco-peace-deal-managing-us-diplomacy-and-expectations"
X Link 2025-10-24T17:28Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"What are the military implications of China's push for satellite cooperation in the Middle East How should the United States respond Henry Tugendhat explains. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/chinas-push-satellite-cooperation-middle-east https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/chinas-push-satellite-cooperation-middle-east"
X Link 2025-10-24T19:30Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"No peace sovereignty or reconstruction for Lebanon until more of Hezbollah's weapons are confiscated but Beirut appears unwilling to tackle the task beyond the southern border zone - the latest from @davidschenker1 in @TheNatlInterest https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hezbollahs-disarmament-israel-will-not-compromise https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hezbollahs-disarmament-israel-will-not-compromise"
X Link 2025-10-27T21:07Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

""Yet there will be no peace no sovereignty and no reconstruction for postwar Lebanon absent the confiscation of Hezbollah weapons" writes @davidschenker1 in @TheNatlInterest. https://nationalinterest.org/feature/on-hezbollahs-disarmament-israel-will-not-compromise https://nationalinterest.org/feature/on-hezbollahs-disarmament-israel-will-not-compromise"
X Link 2025-10-28T17:43Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"New from @haningdr @robsatloff @EhudYaariJLM: "While global attention is focused on the potential for ending the Gaza war a refreshingly positive discussion has also emerged about the possibility of peace on Israels northern front with Lebanon." https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace"
X Link 2025-10-28T18:11Z 71.6K followers, 17.7K engagements

"New from Sabina Henneberg: "After Tunisias [----] revolution the country became somewhat of a victim of its own success: the perception that its democratic transition was secure led to complacency in sustained economic assistance." https://jia.sipa.columbia.edu/news/role-international-community-supporting-tunisias-post-2011-economic-transition https://jia.sipa.columbia.edu/news/role-international-community-supporting-tunisias-post-2011-economic-transition"
X Link 2025-10-28T19:27Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"For the first time in decades discussions have emerged about the possibility of Israel-Lebanon peace. While pursuing this will be difficult the shift in public discourse offers an opportunity for a new dynamic write @haningdr @robsatloff @EhudYaariJLM. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace"
X Link 2025-10-28T20:05Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"An Algeria-Morocco peace deal Sabina Henneberg and @_SouhireMedini explain what such a deal might look like. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/algeria-morocco-peace-deal-managing-us-diplomacy-and-expectations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/algeria-morocco-peace-deal-managing-us-diplomacy-and-expectations"
X Link 2025-10-28T20:49Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Even in advance of an agreement Lebanon and Israel can take incremental steps toward peace. This will be an uphill climb for a country long dominated by Irans chief regional proxy write @haningdr @robsatloff @EhudYaariJLM. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace"
X Link 2025-10-29T18:32Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"A pathway for Israel-Lebanon peace Join us on November [--] at 12pm ET for two separate sequential video conversations: the first a keynote discussion w/ @fmakhzoumi followed by a panel discussion w/ @haningdr & Eran Lerman all moderated by @robsatloff. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/there-pathway-lebanon-israel-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/there-pathway-lebanon-israel-peace"
X Link 2025-10-29T22:09Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"For the first time in decades discussions have emerged about the possibility of Israel-Lebanon peace. Even in advance of an agreement the two countries could take several peacemaking steps. @haningdr @robsatloff @EhudYaariJLM offer a path forward. 🔗Read the full report: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace"
X Link 2025-10-30T15:27Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

""The main obstacle preventing the leap from rhetoric to peacemaking is Hezbollah and its allies in the Amal movement" write @haningdr @robsatloff and @EhudYaariJLM. Read more For the first time in decades discussions have emerged about the possibility of Israel-Lebanon peace. Even in advance of an agreement the two countries could take several peacemaking steps. @haningdr @robsatloff @EhudYaariJLM offer a path forward. 🔗Read the full report: https://t.co/yqYNBkvETc For the first time in decades discussions have emerged about the possibility of Israel-Lebanon peace. Even in advance of an"
X Link 2025-10-30T18:50Z 71.7K followers, [----] engagements

"New from @DavidMakovsky and @ShiraEfron in @TheNatlInterest: "Israel must make a major shift in mindset: the PA which Netanyahu now defines as part of the problem should become a key part of the solution." https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/for-progress-in-gaza-empower-the-palestinian-authority https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/for-progress-in-gaza-empower-the-palestinian-authority"
X Link 2025-10-30T22:02Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Why did the international community fail to support Tunisia's economic transition between [----] and [----] Sabina Henneberg explains. https://jia.sipa.columbia.edu/news/role-international-community-supporting-tunisias-post-2011-economic-transition https://jia.sipa.columbia.edu/news/role-international-community-supporting-tunisias-post-2011-economic-transition"
X Link 2025-10-31T17:30Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Assaf Orion was quoted in a @FinancialTimes article on the push to disarm Hezbollah. https://www.ft.com/content/ca80f241-21b4-492a-af4b-9e32cd879a80 https://www.ft.com/content/ca80f241-21b4-492a-af4b-9e32cd879a80"
X Link 2025-10-31T18:10Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"New from @AmbDennisRoss and Assaf Orion: Now is the time to craft a UNSC resolution that empowers the Board of Peace to oversee a technocratic Palestinian administration and the ISF. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gazas-future-hinges-clear-un-security-council-resolution https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/gazas-future-hinges-clear-un-security-council-resolution"
X Link 2025-10-31T18:26Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"On November [--] Iraq will go to the polls for an election that will ultimately determine the composition of the next government. Editor-in-chief of @TheNationalNews @AlOraibi discussed the expected voter turnout among young Iraqis. 📺Watch the full webcast: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iraqs-pivotal-parliamentary-election https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iraqs-pivotal-parliamentary-election"
X Link 2025-11-04T21:32Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"📺Next week President Trump will host Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Tune in on Friday November [--] at 9am ET as Amb. James Jeffrey @annaborsh @AmbHerzog and Michael Jacobson preview the visit. @Andrewtabler will moderate the event. #TWIPolicyForum https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington"
X Link 2025-11-04T22:32Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"📺For the first time in decades newspapers talk shows and cafes across Lebanon are buzzing with talk about the possibility of peace with Israel. Tune in on Thursday November [--] at 12pm ET for a keynote conversation with Lebanese Member of Parliament @fmakhzoumi followed by a panel w/ @haningdr and Eran Lerman all moderated by @robsatloff. #TWIPolicyForum Watch: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/there-pathway-lebanon-israel-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/there-pathway-lebanon-israel-peace"
X Link 2025-11-05T16:54Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

"Read the new study A Roadmap for Israel-Lebanon Peace" by @haningdr @robsatloff and @EhudYaariJLM. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/roadmap-israel-lebanon-peace 📺For the first time in decades newspapers talk shows and cafes across Lebanon are buzzing with talk about the possibility of peace with Israel. Tune in on Thursday November [--] at 12pm ET for a keynote conversation with Lebanese Member of Parliament @fmakhzoumi followed by a https://t.co/fRtiAztRyf"
X Link 2025-11-05T17:13Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

"📺Next week President Trump will host President Ahmed al-Sharaa for a meeting that will reportedly include Syrias induction into the Global Coalition to Defeat IS. Tune in on Friday November [--] at 9am ET for an expert conversation with Amb. James Jeffrey @annaborsh @AmbHerzog and Michael Jacobson examining critical bilateral issues. @Andrewtabler will moderate the discussion. #TWIPolicYForum Watch: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington"
X Link 2025-11-05T22:36Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"📺WEBCAST TODAY: Join us at 12pm ET for a keynote conversation with Lebanese Member of Parliament @fmakhzoumi followed by a panel w/ @haningdr and Eran Lerman all moderated by @robsatloff. #TWIPolicyForum https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/there-pathway-lebanon-israel-peace https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/there-pathway-lebanon-israel-peace"
X Link 2025-11-06T14:18Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Fouad Makhzoumi @fmakhzoumi has served since [----] as an elected member of the Lebanese parliament representing Beiruts second district. He is the CEO and executive chairman of Future Pipe Industries a major conglomerate operating on four continents. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-06T17:05Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

".@fmakhzoumi: Israel-Lebanon peace They can incrementally move towards a new relationship. Prosperity might come with peace: no destruction from war Lebanon can attract people to come back. But sovereignty is important - need clear borders with Israel and Syria. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-06T17:35Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Col. Eran Lerman (Israel Defense Forces Res.) is vice president of the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security and former deputy director for foreign policy and international affairs at the National Security Council in the Israeli Prime Ministers Office. He received his doctorate from the London School of Economics. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-06T17:44Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"📺Next week President Trump will host President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Join us on Friday November [--] at 9am ET for a timely discussion with Amb. James Jeffrey @annaborsh @AmbHerzog and Michael Jacobson previewing the visit. @Andrewtabler will moderate the event. #TWIPolicyForum Watch: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington"
X Link 2025-11-06T19:37Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

"New from @Levitt_Matt and Michael Jacobson in @ForeignPolicy: "If the past is precedent then Hezbollah will rely heavily on those international networks to bounce back from its recent setbacks." https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/11/06/hezbollah-lebanon-iran-israel-finance-weapons-terrorism-disarm/ https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/11/06/hezbollah-lebanon-iran-israel-finance-weapons-terrorism-disarm/"
X Link 2025-11-06T20:44Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

"📺WEBCAST TODAY: Join us at 9am ET for a timely conversation with Amb. James Jeffrey @annaborsh @AmbHerzog and Michael Jacobson previewing President Ahmed al-Sharaas visit to the White House. @Andrewtabler will moderate the event. #TWIPolicyForum https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington"
X Link 2025-11-07T12:00Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"📺Webcast in [--] hr: Tune in at 9am ET for an expert conversation examining critical bilateral issues as Syria's post-Assad president Ahmed al-Sharaa prepares for a White House visit next week. #TWIPolicyForum https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington"
X Link 2025-11-07T13:01Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Amb. Michael Herzog @AmbHerzog the Institutes Tisch Distinguished Fellow former Israeli ambassador to the United States and former chief of staff to Israel's minister of defense. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-07T14:02Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Amb. James Jeffrey: With U.S. help the way forward involves the Kurds taking initial steps starting with a symbolic acceptance of Damascus sovereignty over their area. #TWIPolicyForum Amb. James Jeffrey: U.S. has close relationship with Kurds in northeast as well as Damascus so the U.S. will have to play a key role here. #TWIPolicyForum Amb. James Jeffrey: U.S. has close relationship with Kurds in northeast as well as Damascus so the U.S. will have to play a key role here. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-07T14:14Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Amb. James Jeffrey: Political mediation will be vital and could draw on relevant elements from Iraqs [----] constitution. #TWIPolicyForum Amb. James Jeffrey: With U.S. help the way forward involves the Kurds taking initial steps starting with a symbolic acceptance of Damascus sovereignty over their area. #TWIPolicyForum Amb. James Jeffrey: With U.S. help the way forward involves the Kurds taking initial steps starting with a symbolic acceptance of Damascus sovereignty over their area. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-07T14:19Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

".@AmbHerzog: The fact that President Ahmed al-Sharaa is going to the White House to meet President Trump sends a positive signal to Israel as Israel prefers Syria aligns itself with allies. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-07T15:02Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

".@annaborsh: Many questions on U.S.-Syria relationship ahead of President Ahmed al-Sharaa's visit to the White House. What will this relationship look like How will Russia's relationship with Syria will change #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-11-07T15:06Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"New from @Andrewtabler: President Trump outlined five key points for ending decades of U.S.-Syria tensions. Syrian President alSharaa's scorecard has been good enough to secure a meeting at the White House but a full repeal of sanctions may be difficult. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months"
X Link 2025-11-07T17:32Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

""While Moscows influence in Syria is now severely diminished compared to when Assad held power this is a long game for the Kremlin" writes @annaborsh in @RealClearWorld. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/window-counter-russia-syria-closing https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/window-counter-russia-syria-closing"
X Link 2025-11-07T17:38Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"ICYMI: Amb. James Jeffrey @AmbHerzog Michael Jacobson and @annaborsh set the stage for Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's historic White House visit examining critical issues as well as lessons from past diplomatic efforts. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington"
X Link 2025-11-10T14:47Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

""While all eyes are on Gaza to see if the shaky ceasefire will hold a more durable Arab-Israeli peace pact might come from an unexpected quarter: Lebanon" write @haningdr @robsatloff @EhudYaariJLM in @PostOpinions. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/11/10/lebanon-israel-peace-negotiations-trump/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/11/10/lebanon-israel-peace-negotiations-trump/"
X Link 2025-11-10T15:27Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Syrian President Ahmed alSharaa will meet with President Trump. The summit comes nearly six months after they first met in Riyadh where Trump outlined five core principles for ending decades of tensions between the two countries writes @Andrewtabler. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months"
X Link 2025-11-10T16:40Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"New from Neomi Neumann: Gaza stabilization must include precise disarmament rules independent monitoring and pressure from Egypt Qatar and Turkey to counter Hamass blend of flexibility and intransigence. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hamass-rigid-pragmatism-between-tactical-flexibility-and-ideological-intransigence https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hamass-rigid-pragmatism-between-tactical-flexibility-and-ideological-intransigence"
X Link 2025-11-10T19:39Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"🧵For context on today's meeting between President Trump and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa check out the latest analysis by Institute experts: 1/5"
X Link 2025-11-10T20:21Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Last week Amb. James Jeffrey @annaborsh @AmbHerzog Michael Jacobson and @Andrewtabler discussed critical bilateral issues as Ahmed al-Sharaa prepared for the White House visit. 2/5 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-goes-washington"
X Link 2025-11-10T20:21Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

".@Andrewtabler examined where Syria stands on President Trumps five points after their first meeting in Riyadh almost six months ago. 3/5 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months"
X Link 2025-11-10T20:21Z 71.6K followers, [--] engagements

""There is a rare opening to explain to ordinary Lebanese the benefits that could come from diplomacy with Israel" write @haningdr @robsatloff @EhudYaariJLM in @PostOpinions. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/fragile-opening-peace-between-lebanon-and-israel https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/fragile-opening-peace-between-lebanon-and-israel"
X Link 2025-11-13T17:04Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman visits the White House next week. Six @WashInstitute experts examine the agenda from energy & AI dealmaking to defense ties & Gaza action. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington"
X Link 2025-11-14T21:21Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"President Trump will host Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman on November [--]. @AmbDennisRoss @LizyDent April Longley Alley @SHendersonDC @hentug and @NoamRaydan discuss each governments likely agenda for the landmark visit. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington"
X Link 2025-11-17T17:12Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"President Trump will host Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman on November [--]. What's on the agenda Energy diversification and AI Israel the Gaza peace plan and the U.S.-Saudi defense partnership write @AmbDennisRoss @LizyDent April Longley Alley @SHendersonDC @Htugengh and @NoamRaydan. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington"
X Link 2025-11-17T22:06Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"A recent study by Assaf Orion and Jacob Sanchez published by @INSSIsrael examines the security-technological cooperation between China and Iran and the two countries defense innovation ecosystems. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/seven-sons-and-mullahs-chinese-iranian-defense-linked-academic-collaboration https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/seven-sons-and-mullahs-chinese-iranian-defense-linked-academic-collaboration"
X Link 2025-11-17T22:46Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"President Trump is meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman. The princes trip is being billed as an official working visit." In particular both leaders are focused on the nexus of finance AI and energy writes @AmbDennisRoss. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington"
X Link 2025-11-18T17:35Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"The U.S.-Saudi defense relationship is set to receive significant upgrades during Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman's visit writes @LizyDent. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington"
X Link 2025-11-18T17:51Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"New from @RumleyGM: As the Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman visits Washington this week the U.S. should use this unique opportunity not only to reshape its relationship with Saudi Arabia but to roll back China's influence in the kingdom. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations"
X Link 2025-11-18T18:40Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"For Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman the visit to Washington comes at a time when Riyadh is playing a more robust diplomatic leadership role in the Mideast and beyond writes April Longley Alley. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/perspectives-muhammad-bin-salmans-visit-washington"
X Link 2025-11-18T19:14Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"The U.S. should use this unique position to not only contain Chinas influence in Saudi Arabia but to actively roll it back. This could take several forms writes @RumleyGM: 1/2 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations"
X Link 2025-11-18T20:34Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"🔹Removing Chinese personnel and assets from joint U.S.-Saudi technological endeavors. 🔹Limiting Saudi purchases of advanced Chinese weaponry. 🔹Reducing Saudi Arabias reliance on Chinese telecommunications infrastructure. 2/2"
X Link 2025-11-18T20:34Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""The Trump administration has a unique opportunity not only to reshape its relationship with Saudi Arabia but to exemplify a sophisticated bilateral relationship in the current era" writes @RumleyGM. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations"
X Link 2025-11-19T17:32Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"For the U.S. and Saudi Arabia to both win in todays competitive global ecosystem they need each other and the Trump administration is poised to take the relationship to new levels writes @dstroul in @Newsweek. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/pariah-partner-mbs-returns-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/pariah-partner-mbs-returns-washington"
X Link 2025-11-19T19:25Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

".@dstroul spoke with @BloombergTV about Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman's White House visit the F-35 fighter jets the U.S. plans to sell Saudi Arabia the chip export license negotiation and more. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2025-11-18/key-takeaways-from-trump-saudi-arabia-s-mbs-meeting-videosrnd=phx-technology https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2025-11-18/key-takeaways-from-trump-saudi-arabia-s-mbs-meeting-videosrnd=phx-technology"
X Link 2025-11-20T17:59Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"The U.S. should use its deepening relationsand leverage with Saudi Arabia to roll back China's influence in the kingdom writes @RumleyGM. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations"
X Link 2025-11-20T18:48Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"For the U.S. and Saudi Arabia to both win in todays global competitive ecosystem they need each other and the Trump administration is poised to cap years of bipartisan efforts to a new level of partnership writes @dstroul in @Newsweek. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/pariah-partner-mbs-returns-washington https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/pariah-partner-mbs-returns-washington"
X Link 2025-11-20T20:23Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""Given Beijings recent history of suspicious activity around U.S. bases the possibility that Chinese weaponry will be used in countries that both host U.S. forces and purchase from China will continue to worry Washington policymakers" writes @RumleyGM. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/unpacking-china-file-us-saudi-relations"
X Link 2025-11-21T17:08Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"The silver lining to the Doha strike may be the new alignment among Saudi Arabia the UAE and Qatar also known as the "Gulf 3" write April Longley Alley and @Abdulkhaleq_UAE in @thehill. https://thehill.com/opinion/international/5560909-gulf-states-israel-threat-response/ https://thehill.com/opinion/international/5560909-gulf-states-israel-threat-response/"
X Link 2025-11-24T14:01Z 71.4K followers, [----] engagements

"How to stop Sudan's collapse: With Trump pledging to help Saudi Arabia & other regional partners broker a ceasefire his admin should focus on pressuring external spoilers who've fueled the fighting. @fishman_b & @AreigElhag in @TheNatlInterest https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/how-stop-sudans-collapse https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/how-stop-sudans-collapse"
X Link 2025-11-24T23:35Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Earlier this month @Andrewtabler examined where Syria stands on President Trumps five points after their first meeting in Riyadh almost six months ago. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/sharaa-trumps-five-points-six-months"
X Link 2025-11-25T14:01Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

".@azelin is the author of its [----] study The Age of Political Jihadism: A Study of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham focusing on the group that has since taken over the Syrian state. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/age-political-jihadism-study-hayat-tahrir-al-sham https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/age-political-jihadism-study-hayat-tahrir-al-sham 📺Join us on Thursday December [--] at 12pm ET for an expert conversation with Amb. James Jeffrey and @azelin examining the state of play in Syria one year after the fall of the Assad regime. @DevorahMargolin will moderate the"
X Link 2025-12-02T17:14Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"Although major military operations between Israel and Hezbollah ended in November [----] the ceasefire agreement they reached remains tenuous. @haningdr and Assaf Orion explain that Washington should work on two tracks prevent the ceasefire from collapsing: the immediate track of disarmament and a longer-term track to establish the conditions for peace between Israel and Lebanon. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/salvaging-lebanon-ceasefire-amid-looming-deadlines-and-threats-war"
X Link 2025-12-03T18:09Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

""Hezbollah is highly focused now on rebuilding" @davidschenker1 told @WSJ's @DovLieber. https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/iranian-funds-for-hezbollah-are-flowing-through-dubai-85785a77 https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/iranian-funds-for-hezbollah-are-flowing-through-dubai-85785a77"
X Link 2025-12-03T20:12Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

".@azelin is the author of a soon-to-be-published Institute report on the nuances of post-Assad institution-building and governance. 📺WATCH: What's the state of play in Syria one year after the fall of the Assad regime Tune in on Thursday December [--] at 12pm ET for a timely webcast with Amb. James Jeffrey and @azelin. @DevorahMargolin will moderate the conversation. #TWIPolicyForum https://t.co/lCfZN33cTt 📺WATCH: What's the state of play in Syria one year after the fall of the Assad regime Tune in on Thursday December [--] at 12pm ET for a timely webcast with Amb. James Jeffrey and @azelin."
X Link 2025-12-03T20:30Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"Reservoirs in Iran are drying up due to systemic mismanagement and corruption and regime officials do not appear willing or able to undertake the necessary fixes writes @hdagres in @PostOpinions. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/khomeini-promised-free-water-iran-running-out-it https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/khomeini-promised-free-water-iran-running-out-it"
X Link 2025-12-03T21:49Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"Aaron Y. Zelin @azelin is the Institutes Gloria and Ken Levy Senior Fellow and author of its [----] study The Age of Political Jihadism: A Study of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham focusing on the group that has since taken over the Syrian state. He has conducted two field research trips to Syria over the past year. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2025-12-04T17:02Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

""For any hope of progress responsible Arab Palestinian and Israeli leaders must summon the resolve to stand up to their own spoilerspublicly and emphatically" writes @DavidMakovsky in @TheNatlInterest. https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/israelis-and-palestinians-must-confront-their-own-spoilers https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/israelis-and-palestinians-must-confront-their-own-spoilers"
X Link 2025-12-05T19:10Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"The U.S. can encourage the development of Syrias institutional capacity and transparency. If complications emerge Washington should not fall back on sanctions that were initially created to deal with the Assad regime; instead it should design new tools appropriate to the new government said @azelin. 📺Watch the full webcast or read a summary: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/new-syria-year-two-rebuilding-institutions-and-governance https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/new-syria-year-two-rebuilding-institutions-and-governance"
X Link 2025-12-08T17:55Z 71.4K followers, [----] engagements

"Iran has entered its sixth year of drought. Todays empty reservoirs stem from years of poor water management by the clerical establishment writes @hdagres in @PostOpinions. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/khomeini-promised-free-water-iran-running-out-it https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/khomeini-promised-free-water-iran-running-out-it"
X Link 2025-12-09T21:37Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"Since the fall of the Assad regime @azelin has conducted two field research trips across seven Syrian governorates. In a new report he draws on firsthand observations along with written and oral sources to assess governance under the transitional authorities mapping both progress and obstacles. 🔗Read more: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/new-syria-year-two-rebuilding-institutions-and-governance https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/new-syria-year-two-rebuilding-institutions-and-governance"
X Link 2025-12-10T18:52Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements

"On November [--] an oil tanker laden with crude from the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and sailing from the Turkish port of Ceyhan discharged at the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port terminal. The resumption of oil flows via the ITP is already showing promise of furthering U.S. policy toward partners and adversaries alike write @NoamRaydan Raydan and Amb. James Jeffrey. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/oil-northern-iraq-arrives-united-states-after-pipeline-reopens https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/oil-northern-iraq-arrives-united-states-after-pipeline-reopens"
X Link 2025-12-11T17:34Z 71.4K followers, [----] engagements

"If Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi meet this month Washington should press both leaders to treat the summit as the beginning of more structured approach on Gaza stabilization and broader regional diplomacy writes Haisam Hassanein. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypt-israel-summit-springboard-progress-gaza https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypt-israel-summit-springboard-progress-gaza"
X Link 2025-12-15T19:21Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"If Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi meet this month Washington should press both leaders to treat the summit as the beginning of a more structured approach on Gaza stabilization and broader regional diplomacy writes Haisam Hassanein. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypt-israel-summit-springboard-progress-gaza https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypt-israel-summit-springboard-progress-gaza"
X Link 2025-12-15T19:35Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""Even under the best of circumstances building a capable Palestinian security force for this mission will be extremely challenging and take years to complete" writes Michael Jacobson. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/getting-phase-2-gaza-red-lines-and-recommendations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/getting-phase-2-gaza-red-lines-and-recommendations"
X Link 2025-12-17T17:36Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""As for what the PAs role in Gaza should look like Washington needs to strike a balance" writes @GhAlOmari. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/getting-phase-2-gaza-red-lines-and-recommendations https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/getting-phase-2-gaza-red-lines-and-recommendations"
X Link 2025-12-17T19:37Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"The Trump administration has reframed U.S. policy in the Middle East and this new approach is outlined in theNational Security Strategy write @LizyDent and @AmbDennisRoss. Washington can take the following steps to fully realize its ambitions: 1/2 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/closing-regulatory-gap-trumps-middle-east-strategy https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/closing-regulatory-gap-trumps-middle-east-strategy"
X Link 2025-12-17T20:28Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"🔹Upgrade export controls and compute-access rules 🔹Develop a CFIUS track for strategic technology investment 🔹Create oversight for diversification of critical mineral supplies 2/2"
X Link 2025-12-17T20:28Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

""But given Yemens strategic location on the Red Sea corridor and its proximity to Washingtons key Gulf allies the Trump administration cannot afford a policy vacuum" writes April Longley Alley in @ForeignAffairs. https://www.foreignaffairs.com/yemen/middle-easts-most-overlooked-threat https://www.foreignaffairs.com/yemen/middle-easts-most-overlooked-threat"
X Link 2025-12-22T18:14Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Tunisia has been witnessing an uptick in protest movements. Washington can take useful and forward-looking steps to help the country significantly without investing substantial resources writes Sabina Henneberg. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/tunisias-growing-protests-open-door-low-cost-us-initiatives https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/tunisias-growing-protests-open-door-low-cost-us-initiatives"
X Link 2025-12-22T19:52Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Today H.E. Youssef Raggi spoke with @robsatloff @davidschenker1 and @haningdr about the Lebanese government progress and achievements of the past year and [----] priorities. 📺Watch the full webcast: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/lebanons-outlook-sovereignty-disarmament-and-peace-discussion-foreign-minister https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/lebanons-outlook-sovereignty-disarmament-and-peace-discussion-foreign-minister"
X Link 2025-12-23T22:43Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Israel Strikes Iran: Initial Assessments from Washington Institute Experts by Levitt_Matt Michael Eisenstadt Patrick Clawson @dstroul @hdagres and @davidschenker1 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/israel-strikes-iran-initial-assessments-washington-institute-experts https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/israel-strikes-iran-initial-assessments-washington-institute-experts"
X Link 2025-12-24T17:30Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Lebanons New Prime Minister Approaches the Next Crossroads on Hezbollah by @haningdr and @EhudYaariJLM https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/lebanons-new-prime-minister-approaches-next-crossroads-hezbollah https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/lebanons-new-prime-minister-approaches-next-crossroads-hezbollah"
X Link 2025-12-24T18:01Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Israel Strikes Iran: Initial Assessments from Washington Institute Experts by @Levitt_Matt Michael Eisenstadt Patrick Clawson @dstroul @hdagres and @davidschenker1 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/israel-strikes-iran-initial-assessments-washington-institute-experts https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/israel-strikes-iran-initial-assessments-washington-institute-experts"
X Link 2025-12-24T22:53Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Bombing Iran's Nuclear Program: Implications of Preventive Action by @dstroul @RichardMNephew Michael Eisenstadt and @hdagres https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/bombing-irans-nuclear-program-implications-preventive-action https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/bombing-irans-nuclear-program-implications-preventive-action"
X Link 2025-12-25T00:00Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: President Trumps Gulf Trip: Setting the Stage for Strategic Wins w/ @AmbDennisRoss @emile_hokayem @Joyce_Karam and @LizyDent https://youtube.com/live/J1RTHQmoeao https://youtube.com/live/J1RTHQmoeao"
X Link 2025-12-25T20:00Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Netanyahu Visits Washington: Implications for Regional Diplomacy and Security w/ @DavidMakovsky Mira Resnick Amos Harel and @robsatloff https://youtube.com/live/zwq8hjZeJT8 https://youtube.com/live/zwq8hjZeJT8"
X Link 2025-12-25T21:00Z 71.5K followers, [----] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: The Bigger Picture in the Iran-Israel Conflict: Russia Missiles Militias and More w/ @annaborsh @Mikeknightsiraq Assaf Orion @FarzinNadimi and @RumleyGM https://youtube.com/live/Igm4nrOi8f4 https://youtube.com/live/Igm4nrOi8f4"
X Link 2025-12-25T22:00Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] Videos of 2025: President Trump Heads to the Middle East Prt. [--] w/ @AmbDennisRoss https://youtube.com/shorts/O8BlEdNLvmU https://youtube.com/shorts/O8BlEdNLvmU"
X Link 2025-12-26T20:00Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] Videos of 2025: : President Trump Heads to the Middle East Prt. [--] w/ @LizyDent https://youtube.com/shorts/bpezF_o6cd0 https://youtube.com/shorts/bpezF_o6cd0"
X Link 2025-12-26T21:00Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Today President Trump will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida. The two leaders should ask themselves: Who won the Hamas-Israel war@robsatloff explains in @TimesofIsrael why defining victory in Gaza is hardly simple. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/who-won-war https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/who-won-war"
X Link 2025-12-29T16:33Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Today President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet in Mar-a-Lago. The two leaders will likely discuss how to advance the Gaza ceasefire. As @robatloff notes in his new report numerous decisions need to be made by key actors Israel Hamas and the ceasefire guarantorsthat will shape the next phase of the Gaza conflict. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hamas-israel-war-early-assessment https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hamas-israel-war-early-assessment"
X Link 2025-12-29T18:30Z 71.5K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Trump Gives a Green Light to Resume Fighting in GazaBut Does Netanyahu Want to Do It Now - @DavidMakovsky https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/trump-gives-green-light-resume-fighting-gaza-does-netanyahu-want-do-it-now https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/trump-gives-green-light-resume-fighting-gaza-does-netanyahu-want-do-it-now"
X Link 2025-12-31T21:30Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Violence in Suwayda: No Plan B for Syria (TWO-PART POLICY FORUM) - Part 1: @Qidlbi and @azelin; Part 2: @NoamRaydan@Andrewtabler @AbzSawsan and @MazenEzzi https://youtube.com/live/gOiLfAohUgY https://youtube.com/live/gOiLfAohUgY"
X Link 2026-01-01T17:00Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: President Trumps Gulf Trip: Setting the Stage for Strategic Wins - @AmbDennisRoss @emile_hokayem @Joyce_Karam and @LizyDent https://youtube.com/live/J1RTHQmoeao https://youtube.com/live/J1RTHQmoeao"
X Link 2026-01-01T20:00Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: The Bigger Picture in the Iran-Israel Conflict: Russia Missiles Militias and More - @annaborsh @Mikeknightsiraq Assaf Orion @FarzinNadimi and @RumleyGM https://youtube.com/live/Igm4nrOi8f4 https://youtube.com/live/Igm4nrOi8f4"
X Link 2026-01-01T22:00Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Michael Knights Addresses UN Security Council on the Threat from Yemen's Houthis to Global Security - @Mikeknightsiraq https://youtu.be/9M6wnYLBz6Y https://youtu.be/9M6wnYLBz6Y"
X Link 2026-01-02T13:00Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: Revolutionary Rebuilding and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) - @azelin https://youtu.be/2iXNR7fftYU https://youtu.be/2iXNR7fftYU"
X Link 2026-01-02T15:00Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: : President Trump Heads to the Middle East Prt. [--] - @LizyDent https://youtube.com/shorts/bpezF_o6cd0 https://youtube.com/shorts/bpezF_o6cd0"
X Link 2026-01-02T21:00Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"Top [--] of 2025: President Trump Heads to the Middle East Prt. [--] - @dstroul https://youtube.com/shorts/Sfq9TzX-JkE https://youtube.com/shorts/Sfq9TzX-JkE"
X Link 2026-01-02T22:00Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"📺As the second Trump administration enters its second year the foreign policy records of past administrations loom large offering important lessons about decisions that may affect Americas role in the Middle East. Tune in on Thursday January [--] at 2pm ET for a must-watch webcast with Amb. James Jeffrey @robsatloff and @dstroul. Former Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will introduce Amb. Jeffrey. #TWIPolicyForum https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/crisis-diplomacy-middle-east-insights-bush-obama-trump-and-biden-teams"
X Link 2026-01-05T16:27Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"The event will mark the launch of Amb. Jeffreys new book Middle East Crises: Expeditionary Diplomacy with the Bush Obama and Trump Teams which details his interactions with U.S. presidents and foreign leaders during his decades of wide-ranging service as a high-level official in the White House State Department and embassies throughout the region. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/middle-east-crises-expeditionary-diplomacy-bush-obama-and-trump-teams 📺As the second Trump administration enters its second year the foreign policy records of past administrations loom large"
X Link 2026-01-05T18:15Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"New from @FarzinNadimi: "Despite Irans public relations effort to portray Russia and China as strategic partners the interest is not reciprocal in practiceat least not yet." https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/irans-failing-eastward-pivot-limits-and-risks-russia-china-alignment https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/irans-failing-eastward-pivot-limits-and-risks-russia-china-alignment"
X Link 2026-01-05T18:31Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"The event will mark the launch of Amb. Jeffreys new book which details his interactions with U.S. presidents and foreign leaders during his decades of wide-ranging service as a high-level official in the White House State Department and embassies throughout the region. More: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/middle-east-crises-expeditionary-diplomacy-bush-obama-and-trump-teams 📺Join us on January [--] at 2pm ET as Amb. James Jeffrey explores the lessons of decades of American diplomacy in the Mideast in a conversation with @robsatloff with a special introduction by former"
X Link 2026-01-07T16:04Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"On December [--] Israel announced a $35 billion natural gas deal with Egypt. While the agreement may delay further deterioration of Cairo-Jerusalem relations for now the long-term outlook is not reassuring write @SHendersonDC and @davidschenker1. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/building-egypt-and-israels-uneasy-gas-deal https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/building-egypt-and-israels-uneasy-gas-deal"
X Link 2026-01-07T16:57Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"In a timely report @azelin draws on two visits to Syria along with written and oral sources to assess governance under the transitional authorities mapping both progress and obstacles. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/institutions-and-governance-new-syria-continuity-and-change-idlib-model https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/institutions-and-governance-new-syria-continuity-and-change-idlib-model"
X Link 2026-01-07T20:33Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

".@dstroul: U.S. military operation in Venezuela was extraordinary and speaks to professionalism and investment our country has made in military. Tactically and operationally it was an incredibly impressive operation. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2026-01-08T19:34Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

".@dstroul: As for the Middle East we need to start thinking about how our allies and adversaries see this. What does the Iranian regime in Tehran do when they see this kind of action against another hostile regime the U.S. has identified in Venezuela How do our partners see it #TWIPolicyForum https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009348051417317396 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009348051417317396"
X Link 2026-01-08T19:34Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

"On December [--] Israel announced it approved a $35 billion agreement to expand natural gas exports to Egypt from offshore fields run by Chevron. But as @davidschenker1 and @shendersondc explain the downward trajectory of Cairo and Jerusalems interactions since the Gaza war erupted should concern Washington. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/building-egypt-and-israels-uneasy-gas-deal https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/building-egypt-and-israels-uneasy-gas-deal"
X Link 2026-01-09T18:32Z 71.6K followers, [---] engagements

""Western governments must not be caught flat-footed. They should begin serious policy planning for the possibility of change in Iran" writes @hdagres in @nytimes. More on how the U.S. and allies can prepare https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/opinion/iran-protests-trump-regime-islamic-republic.htmlsmid=nytcore-ios-share https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/opinion/iran-protests-trump-regime-islamic-republic.htmlsmid=nytcore-ios-share"
X Link 2026-01-10T15:00Z 71.6K followers, [----] engagements

"This time the trigger for protests in Iran was the collapse if the Iranian rial but as @hdagres notes in @nytopinion the protesters core grievances remain constant: government mismanagement corruption and repression and include an explicit demand for the ouster of the Islamic Republic. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/opinion/iran-protests-trump-regime-islamic-republic.html https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/opinion/iran-protests-trump-regime-islamic-republic.html"
X Link 2026-01-13T14:02Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"Michael Eisenstadt: President Trump has publicly threatened the use of force already on Iran so the dilemma he faces now is that if he doesnt act or if he acts ineffectively U.S. credibility will be in doubt. And that has for him political implications but more importantly from our point of view policy implications. #TWIPolicyForum https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2011471596582572124 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2011471596582572124"
X Link 2026-01-14T16:12Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

".@RichardMNephew: Broader secondary sanctions embargo on economic activity with Iran could result in pressure. This would require a lot of enforcement intel support and investigation. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2026-01-14T16:33Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

".@hdagres: There should be more pressure put on the Islamic Republic and there are tools.#TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2026-01-14T16:53Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

"On Thursday Amb. James Jeffrey explored the lessons of decades of American diplomacy in the Middle East. Watch the special introduction by former Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/crisis-diplomacy-middle-east-insights-bush-obama-trump-and-biden-teams https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/crisis-diplomacy-middle-east-insights-bush-obama-trump-and-biden-teams"
X Link 2026-01-14T18:56Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

"Amb. James Jeffrey's new book chronicles his service under three American presidents George W. Bush Barack Obama and Donald Trump detailing his roles in key hotspots like Iraq Turkey and Syria. Watch the full launch event featuring opening remarks by former U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/crisis-diplomacy-middle-east-insights-bush-obama-trump-and-biden-teams https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/crisis-diplomacy-middle-east-insights-bush-obama-trump-and-biden-teams"
X Link 2026-01-15T20:08Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

"On January [--] @RichardMNephew spoke with Michael Singh about Irans nuclear capabilities and the potential for a future nuclear deal. Watch the full webcast: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iran-endgame-protests-repression-and-trump-administration https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iran-endgame-protests-repression-and-trump-administration"
X Link 2026-01-16T16:54Z 71.7K followers, [----] engagements

"International condemnation of the Iranian regime is surging. @RichardMNephew spoke with Michael Singh about U.S. policy options on Iran including the use of economic sanctions against the regime following the harsh crackdown on protests. Watch the full webcast: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iran-endgame-protests-repression-and-trump-administration https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/iran-endgame-protests-repression-and-trump-administration"
X Link 2026-01-16T17:36Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

""Leveraging multilateral organizations to drive preferred agendas can be challenging but this practice has repeatedly helped America build consensus and momentum on its priority issues over the years" write @Levitt_Matt and Michael Jacobson. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/why-united-states-must-maintain-its-international-counterterrorism-leadership-role https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/why-united-states-must-maintain-its-international-counterterrorism-leadership-role"
X Link 2026-01-16T20:10Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

"To avoid being caught flat-footed Western governments must begin policy planning for the destabilizing waves that could accompany Iranian regime collapse while urgently restoring support for programs focused on internet freedom and human rights writes @hdagres in @nytopinion. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/opinion/iran-protests-trump-regime-islamic-republic.html https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/opinion/iran-protests-trump-regime-islamic-republic.html"
X Link 2026-01-16T22:11Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

"During a town hall event with @IranIntl_En @robsatloff discussed U.S. options for military strikes in Iran. https://www.youtube.com/watchv=hfa7-YCJMbM https://www.youtube.com/watchv=hfa7-YCJMbM"
X Link 2026-01-16T23:00Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

".@dstroul spoke with @BloombergTV about U.S. policy on Iran and President Trumps decision to hold off on military strikes. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-01-16/no-proof-killings-in-iran-have-stopped-dana-stroul-video https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-01-16/no-proof-killings-in-iran-have-stopped-dana-stroul-video"
X Link 2026-01-16T23:20Z 71.7K followers, [---] engagements

"In [----] @DevorahMargolin took a close look at the al-Hol detention camp in northeast Syria. 📺Watch this video explainer: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hope-al-hol-syria-breakdown-episode-six https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hope-al-hol-syria-breakdown-episode-six"
X Link 2026-01-20T16:40Z 71.8K followers, [---] engagements

"In March [----] @DevorahMargolin took a close look at the al-Hol detention camp in northeast Syria. 📺Watch this video explainer: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hope-al-hol-syria-breakdown-episode-six https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hope-al-hol-syria-breakdown-episode-six"
X Link 2026-01-20T16:53Z 71.8K followers, [---] engagements

"With Iran and Hezbollah cornered by the current protest crisis the group may be more ready to make compromises or at least less willing to confront the LAF militarily writes @haningdr. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hezbollah-nervously-watches-iran-washington-should-double-down-disarmament https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/hezbollah-nervously-watches-iran-washington-should-double-down-disarmament"
X Link 2026-01-20T21:33Z 71.8K followers, [---] engagements

""As military security and government-aligned tribal forces advance in northeast Syria and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) retreat all eyes are rightly on the extent of Islamic State (IS) prisoners escaping from detention facilities" writes @Andrewtabler. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/kurdish-collapse-northeast-syria-key-things-watch https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/kurdish-collapse-northeast-syria-key-things-watch"
X Link 2026-01-22T16:49Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"Russias position in the Middle East has faced major setbacks in recent years but reports of a Russian retreat from the region are premature argue @annaborsh and @UbiquityMatt in a new report. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east"
X Link 2026-01-23T19:41Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"Cairo will not be able to stand completely above Gulf rivalries but Washington can help give Egyptian leaders enough space to continue their balancing strategy writes Haisam Hassanein. These include: 1/2 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypts-tightrope-walk-between-saudi-arabia-and-uae https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypts-tightrope-walk-between-saudi-arabia-and-uae"
X Link 2026-01-23T21:09Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"🔹Treat Egypts hedging as a stress signal rather than mere opportunism. 🔹Dont try to micromanage every Emirati and Saudi bid in Egypt. 🔹Foster structured quiet dialogue on Sudan Yemen and Red Sea security. 🔹Account for Israels growing role in Egypts energy economy. 2/2"
X Link 2026-01-23T21:09Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

""The Kurdish withdrawal in the northeast and parallel expansion of Turkish influence send a troubling signal to Amman and Jerusalem alike raising serious questions about regional stability deterrence and the future credibility of U.S.-aligned actors in Syria" writes Zohar Palti. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/kurdish-collapse-northeast-syria-key-things-watch https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/kurdish-collapse-northeast-syria-key-things-watch"
X Link 2026-01-23T21:19Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

".@hdagres: Op-ed published in April highlighted the need to include human rights as part of any Iran nuclear talks. For now President Trump has said that talks are off. #TWIPolicyForum"
X Link 2026-01-14T17:08Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"Tune in on Tuesday February [--] at 10am ET as @davidschenker1 @dstroul and @haningdr testify before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-to-dismantling-hezbollah-s-grip-on-power https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-to-dismantling-hezbollah-s-grip-on-power"
X Link 2026-01-27T18:43Z 72K followers, [---] engagements

""Russias clout across the region is poised to resurge especially if the Ukraine war pauses. That would free up Russian time and resources allowing the Kremlin to refocus on the Middle East" write @annaborsh and @UbiquityMatt in @TheNatlInterest. https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/russias-new-middle-east-strategy https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/russias-new-middle-east-strategy"
X Link 2026-01-27T21:14Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"Cairo will not be able to stand completely above Gulf rivalries but Washington can take steps to help give Egyptian leaders enough space to continue their balancing strategy writes Haisam Hassanein. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypts-tightrope-walk-between-saudi-arabia-and-uae https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/egypts-tightrope-walk-between-saudi-arabia-and-uae"
X Link 2026-01-27T22:57Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

""From defense and energy sales to pressure against the U.S. dollar as the global reserve currency Russia will have much opportunity to expand its influence in the Middle East especially if the Ukraine war pauses" write @annaborsh and @UbiquityMatt. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east"
X Link 2026-01-27T23:16Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"Washington Institute experts assess the immediate fallout of the Syrian governments advance into SDF-held parts of the northeast including the calculus of outside actors like the U.S. Israel and Turkey. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/kurdish-collapse-northeast-syria-key-things-watch https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/kurdish-collapse-northeast-syria-key-things-watch"
X Link 2026-01-27T23:22Z 71.9K followers, [----] engagements

"Russia could widen its footprint in the Mideast if the war in Ukraine pauses or ends. As @annaborsh and @UbiquityMatt note this can hold multiple policy implications for the U.S. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east"
X Link 2026-01-28T22:08Z 72K followers, [---] engagements

".@DevorahMargolin was cited in an article published by @TheEconomist on the current situation in al-Hol. https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/01/29/prisons-holding-jihadists-in-syria-are-no-longer-secure https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/01/29/prisons-holding-jihadists-in-syria-are-no-longer-secure"
X Link 2026-01-29T17:52Z 71.9K followers, [---] engagements

"🗓 Tuesday February [--] 🕙10 AM ET @haningdr @davidschenker1 and @dstroul will testify before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Watch https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-to-dismantling-hezbollah-s-grip-on-power https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-to-dismantling-hezbollah-s-grip-on-power"
X Link 2026-01-29T18:57Z 72K followers, [---] engagements

".@DevorahMargolin was cited in an article published in @TheEconomist on the current situation in al-Hol. https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/01/29/prisons-holding-jihadists-in-syria-are-no-longer-secure https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/01/29/prisons-holding-jihadists-in-syria-are-no-longer-secure"
X Link 2026-01-29T18:59Z 72K followers, [---] engagements

"🧵Russias continued influence and likely future resurgence in the Middle East holds multiple policy implications for the U.S. Washington can take several steps now to counter Russias resurgence in the region write @annaborsh and @UbiquityMatt in a new report. These include: 1/3 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/after-ukraine-prospects-russian-resurgence-middle-east"
X Link 2026-01-29T19:28Z 72K followers, [---] engagements

"Moscow has not left the Middle East playing field and many countries in the region will continue expanding their Russian ties unless Washington convinces them there are better options write @annaborsh and @UbiquityMatt in @TheNatlInterest. https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/russias-new-middle-east-strategy https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/russias-new-middle-east-strategy"
X Link 2026-01-29T22:52Z 72K followers, [----] engagements

".@dstroul explained that Lebanon today presents a historic and timelimited opportunity for U.S. and regional engagement but meeting the moment requires greater investment and attention from Washington. 2/4 Full testimony: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-dismantling-hezbollahs-grip-power https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-dismantling-hezbollahs-grip-power"
X Link 2026-02-03T18:09Z 72.1K followers, [----] engagements

".@davidschenker1 said that without electoral law modifications sanctions against pro-Hezbollah elites prosecutions for cases like the [----] port explosion and other urgent measures the group could end up regaining their grip in Lebanon. 4/4 Full testimony: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/lebanon-pushing-ball-forward-may-election https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/lebanon-pushing-ball-forward-may-election"
X Link 2026-02-03T18:09Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

".@annaborsh at @HelsinkiComm hearing: Key points on Russias influence in Syria: (1) Moscow is reconsolidating influence in Syria (2) Theres not indication that Damascus will abandon Russia (3) It is not too late to take action"
X Link 2026-02-03T19:50Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

".@annaborsh at @HelsinkiComm hearing: Russia and Syria need each other. Moscows long-game is to hold on to power and influence there"
X Link 2026-02-03T19:53Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

".@annaborsh at @HelsinkiComm hearing: Russia has sought to deepen its influence in Syria. Today theres no indication that Moscow is moving away from Damascus"
X Link 2026-02-03T19:54Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"Russia has been quietly reconsolidating its influence in Syria to encourage dependence on the Kremlin. Failure to counter Moscow's presence can harm U.S. strategic interests writes @annaborsh. Read her full testimony before the @HelsinkiComm https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/securing-syrias-transformation-diminishing-russias-influence https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/securing-syrias-transformation-diminishing-russias-influence"
X Link 2026-02-03T21:31Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"Strikes could alter political dynamics in Iran perhaps convincing security personnel to reconsider their support for the regime while giving protests a second wind. But a lack of organization could prevent the opposition from capitalizing on this opportunity writes Michael Eisenstadt. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/us-military-options-iran-means-search-end https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/us-military-options-iran-means-search-end"
X Link 2026-02-04T19:28Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"What is driving Turkey's warming ties with China @SonerCagaptay and Ela Peterson take a close look at the previously cold relationship as well as the outcome of more recent efforts to warm it up. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/throwing-water-turkeys-warming-ties-china https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/throwing-water-turkeys-warming-ties-china"
X Link 2026-02-05T18:16Z 72.1K followers, [----] engagements

"Besides the fact that President Trump was a vocal critic of the JCPOA nuclear deal and withdrew from it in [----] any current bid to make a nuclear-only deal with Iran would not be viewed as principled or even pragmatic write Michael Singh and @RichardMNephew. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/another-iran-deal-less-important-exerting-us-leverage https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/another-iran-deal-less-important-exerting-us-leverage"
X Link 2026-02-06T15:48Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

""The disappointing outcomes of efforts to secure Chinese investment flows have put Turkish relations with Beijing at a crossroads with Ankara pondering what else it can (or should) do to boost the financial relationship" write @SonerCagaptay and Ela Peterson. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/throwing-water-turkeys-warming-ties-china https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/throwing-water-turkeys-warming-ties-china"
X Link 2026-02-09T20:01Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

".@Andrewtabler at HFAC hearing: U.S. policy on Syria has centered on top-down engagement including three meetings between President Trump and Syria President Ahmed al-Sharaa and record breaking administration efforts to lift U.S. sanctions"
X Link 2026-02-10T15:39Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

".@Andrewtabler at HFAC hearing: The biggest challenge in evaluating progress in Syria are a myriad of misinformation and disinformation campaigns by supporters and opponents of President al-Sharaa"
X Link 2026-02-10T15:48Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

""Alongside important analyses of strike options and potential consequences if the United States attacks Iran again it is also worth pondering what implications would arise if there is no U.S. strike" writes Patrick Clawson. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/what-if-united-states-doesnt-strike-iran https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/what-if-united-states-doesnt-strike-iran"
X Link 2026-02-10T20:29Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"📺On Wednesday President Trump will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu at the White House. @AmbDennisRoss discusses the three things to look for during Netanyahu's visit to Washington"
X Link 2026-02-10T22:35Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"📺On Wednesday President Trump will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu at the White House. @AmbDennisRoss shares three key things to look for during Netanyahu's visit to Washington DC"
X Link 2026-02-10T22:57Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"📺On Wednesday President Trump will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu at the White House. @AmbDennisRoss shares three key things to watch during Netanyahu's visit to Washington"
X Link 2026-02-10T23:04Z 72.1K followers, [----] engagements

"Regional actors like Egypt Qatar and Turkey can use their individual and collective leverage on Hamas to pressure the group to disarm write @AmbDennisRoss and @DavidMakovsky in @ForeignAffairs . https://www.foreignaffairs.com/israel/peace-through-leverage-gaza https://www.foreignaffairs.com/israel/peace-through-leverage-gaza"
X Link 2026-02-11T17:13Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

".@AmbDennisRoss spoke with @NewsHour about President Trump's meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. 🎧Listen to the interview: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/mideast-experts-on-what-israel-wants-from-u-s-iran-nuclear-discussions https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/mideast-experts-on-what-israel-wants-from-u-s-iran-nuclear-discussions"
X Link 2026-02-12T20:13Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"Amb. James Jeffrey explained that Damascus will not take the difficult steps to reconcile internal animosities and rebuild destroyed infrastructure unless outside supportersled by the U.S.speak with one voice about their approaches and requirements. 2/3 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syria-crossroads-us-policy-challenges-post-assad https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/syria-crossroads-us-policy-challenges-post-assad"
X Link 2026-02-13T17:00Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"In his testimony @Andrewtabler said that a detailed roadmap can give U.S. officials and the American public a better view of what security and governance measures the new Syrian government has taken so far and what gaps and pitfalls remain. 3/3 https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/cutting-through-fog-war-and-peace-syria https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/cutting-through-fog-war-and-peace-syria"
X Link 2026-02-13T17:00Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"President Trumps second-term military adventures seem driven less by confidence or canny strategy than by the fear of America losing status and power in the world including the Middle East writes Michael Singh in @ForeignAffairs. https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/america-fearful https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/america-fearful"
X Link 2026-02-13T18:19Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"The security situation in Gaza remains tense after completing phase [--] President Trumps peace plan raising questions about how the parties will overcome the challenges of enforcing the ceasefire disarming Hamas and more writes Neomi Neumann. https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/establishing-security-conditions-further-progress-gaza https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/establishing-security-conditions-further-progress-gaza"
X Link 2026-02-13T21:25Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"Amb. James Jeffrey: New book Middle East Crises: Expeditionary Diplomacy with the Bush Obama and Trump Teams has several themes: (1) The way we work with military (2) The importance of the Middle East (3) The role of FSOs in carrying out assignments #TWIPolicyForum https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009345113210716378 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009345113210716378"
X Link 2026-01-08T19:23Z 72.1K followers, [----] engagements

"Michael Singh was quoted in an @ABC story about President Trump turning to military leaders for high-level diplomacy on Iran and Ukraine. https://abcnews.com/US/wireStory/trump-turns-us-military-leaders-diplomatic-efforts-iran-129945644 https://abcnews.com/US/wireStory/trump-turns-us-military-leaders-diplomatic-efforts-iran-129945644"
X Link 2026-02-13T20:51Z 72.1K followers, [---] engagements

"In a landmark triple appearance @dstroul @haningdr and @davidschenker1 testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee. Read their full written testimony on our website or watch the hearing: https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-to-dismantling-hezbollah-s-grip-on-power https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/us-policy-toward-lebanon-obstacles-to-dismantling-hezbollah-s-grip-on-power"
X Link 2026-02-03T22:31Z 72.1K followers, 11.6K engagements

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