Violent Extremism in Mosul & the Kurdistan Region: Context, Drivers, and Public Perception
October 25th, 2022 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen
This field study underlines that building resilience against VE is a long-term process, requires building intra- & inter-community trust, & trust between people & the authorities.
The Intra-Shiite Battle of Wills at Its Peak: Ways forward
September 1st, 2022 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen
In his quest for ultimate power, Al-Sadir lost yet another battle. But, not to be underestimated, he has not lost the war. Policy recommendations for stakeholders
The Sadrists’ Gamble: A Milestone Even if It Fails
August 2nd, 2022 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen
The Sadrists have gone ‘all-in’, challenging the system & exposing its weaknesses. Unlikely to win outright but they have pushed Iraq to a new phase in its transition.
The EU-Iraq security partnership: A Policy Debate with MEPs
June 2nd, 2022 by MERI
A policy debate with members of European Parliament Subcommittee on Security and Defence on EU-Iraq partnership: Peshmerga reform, the ISIS war and EU’s role in stabilisation
The US strategies in Iraq: A policy debate with Amb. Matthew Tueller
May 21st, 2022 by MERI
The US has a long and enduring strategic interest with Iraq and will partner with the Iraqis who want to establish a stable and strong democratic country”, said Amb. Tueller.
KDP and PUK in Sadir’s Chess Game
January 29th, 2022 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen
Al-Sadir is playing to win, whatever the cost. The Sunnis won the first round. The Kurds have lost sight of the bigger picture & focused on internal rivalry. It is not too late to find a win-win outcome.
Global Support for Stability and State-building in Iraq
December 12th, 2021 by MERI
The policies and commitments of the US, Europeans & international coalition to stability in Iraq are debated.
Iraq and Kurdistan Region in a Complex Neighbourhood
December 16th, 2021 by MERI
Key issues & challenges facing Iraq and the KRI were discussed with President Nechirvan Barzani, including the recent elections & the KRI’s international relations.
Regional Actors in Iraq’s Neighbourhood: Visions for Stabilisation
December 12th, 2021 by MERI
Iran and Turkey are important regional actors in the ME. Their strategies in Iraq and the region are discussed.
Global Actors in Iraq’s Neighbourhood: Policies and Long-term Strategies
December 12th, 2021 by MERI
Debating policies & long-term strategies of the US, Russia and France in Iraq’s neighbourhood.