German Policy Towards Iraq – Dialogue with Ambassador Christiane Hohmann

International partners can support and collaborate, but they cannot chart the course.

Identities & Livelihoods of Syrian Refugees

The experience of Syrian refugees living in Erbil 10 years after their initial arrival, was examined in this research.

Local Islamic and Tribal Authority in Community Resilience

Traditional authority alone cannot resist violent extremism unless backed by strong, inclusive institutions and community trust.

The Turkish-Kurdish Peace Process and Its Regional Implications

The new Erdogan-Ocalan initiative to end a five-decade-long conflict has the potential to reshape the dynamics of the Middle East.

Current Dynamics in Syria and the Way Forward

Recent events in Syria represent a turning point in the history of the Middle East, where internal dynamics are intertwined with regional and international ones.

Without a Federation Council, State-building in Iraq remains elusive

The unicameral legislature’s dominance has contributed to the country’s fragility, but a constitutionally mandated solution to this problem already exists

The Levant and Iraq Forum: A Platform for Regional Cooperation & Integration

Now is the time to move beyond conflict and find ways to foster dialogue, recovery, and prosperity across the region.

The Future of Syria: From the Rojava’s Perspective

Syria’s fundamental problem lies in its constitution, which has historically failed to represent the aspirations of all Syrians.