The BBC has published an article detailing direct secret talks between the US, under the Carter administration, and representatives of Ayatollah Khomeini as the Shah’s
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Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 -Various
The new Saudi King, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and his son, Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have drawn up a plan to reform
Syrian Alawites distance themselves from Assad -BBC
This article is is significant for two reasons: First, it suggests there is dissatisfaction in the Alawi community with the Assad regime: “In a deeply
Egypt’s notorious police brutality record -al Jazerra
This article provides a good, although brief overview of Egypt’s internal security organizations and their record. As the quote below illustrates, Egypt’s security forces have
Jordan is Sliding Toward Insolvency -Carnegie Endowment for Peace
This article provides an interesting overview of Jordan’s worsening economic situation. About 79% of the budget is covered by revenue. The remaining 20%+ is covered
Women win big in Iran’s parliamentary elections -Al Monitor
“The Islamic Republic’s 10th parliamentary elections have yielded a significant victory not only for Reformists, but also for women pushing for change in Iranian society. While the
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