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.
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
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.
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.
The Future of Syria, From the Opposition’s Perspective
February 9th, 2025 by MERI
The ongoing stagnation threatens further political and humanitarian deterioration unless a comprehensive plan is formulated to resolve the conflict.
A Policy Debate with the Governor of Nineveh on Sinjar
January 21st, 2025 by MERI
The multiplicity of interests within Nineveh’s provincial council has led to decision-making paralysis in Sinjar.
Sinjar: Reconstruction, Recovery and Return of the Displaced
January 21st, 2025 by MERI
The absence of a functional local government in Sinjar needs immediate action. The Yazidis are ready to engage the authorities
The Kurdistan Region: Nation-building and State-Building
February 24th, 2025 by MERI
A policy debate with the KRG’s Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on post-election strategies