German Policy Towards Iraq – Dialogue with Ambassador Christiane Hohmann
April 22nd, 2025 by MERI
International partners can support and collaborate, but they cannot chart the course.
Identities & Livelihoods of Syrian Refugees
April 22nd, 2025 by Khogir Wirya
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
April 22nd, 2025 by Kamaran Palani
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
February 24th, 2025 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen
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
January 20th, 2025 by Khogir Wirya
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
February 29th, 2024 by MERI
The unicameral legislature’s dominance has contributed to the country’s fragility, but a constitutionally mandated solution to this problem already exists
The Role of the Iraqi Al-Azim Alliance and Sunni Representation in Post-ISIS Iraq
April 22nd, 2025 by MERI
While federalism is a constitutional right, Al-Samarai personally disfavors this option.
The Levant and Iraq Forum: A Platform for Regional Cooperation & Integration
February 19th, 2025 by MERI
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
February 9th, 2025 by MERI
Syria’s fundamental problem lies in its constitution, which has historically failed to represent the aspirations of all Syrians.
The Future of Syria: Prospects for Peace and Recovery
February 9th, 2025 by MERI
Syria remains trapped in a state of “neither war nor peace,” making its political future highly uncertain.