Is Kurdistan Independence Inevitable?
September 15th, 2017 by MERI
It could be more constructive for all stakeholders to assist Baghdad and Erbil to reach a mutually acceptable agreement
Universities are rising from ruins of war
August 20th, 2017 by MERI
Kurdistan shows that post-conflict countries can build a thriving higher education sector by working with foreign partners
The Shabaks: Perceptions of Reconciliation and Conflict
August 9th, 2017 by Khogir Wirya
This policy report explores perceptions of reconciliation among the Shabak community in the Nineveh Plain through examining concepts of justice, security and also the process of return.
Kurdistan: a potential strategic partner the US deserves
July 25th, 2017 by MERI
Through constructive engagement and promotion of rule of law, the US should help the Kurdistan Region of Iraq become a strategic partner. The Kurds can be instrumental in helping the US mend fences across the region.
The Sabean-Mandaeans: Perceptions of Reconciliation and Conflict
July 24th, 2017 by Khogir Wirya
This report explores the plight of the Sabean-Mandean community and examines their perceptions towards reconciliation and conflict in Iraq.
Turkmen in Tal Afar: Perceptions of Reconciliation and Conflict
July 12th, 2017 by Dave van Zoonen
This report explores perceptions of reconciliation among the Turkmen community in Tal Afar through examining concepts of justice, security and return.
Competing Interests in Shingal District: Policy Recommendations for Defusing Tensions
June 18th, 2017 by Tomáš Kaválek
Since 2014, Shingal has become an arena of competition between local, national and regional actors. This report outlines the competing interests and provides recommendations to all stakeholders.
Assessing the Post-Disaster Needs in Agriculture Sector
June 4th, 2017 by Naresh Singh
Recommendations aiming at improving the current standardized processes of assessing the impacts and effects of disasters: How to enhance the effectiveness of needs assessment towards resource mobilization and recovery processes.
The Referendum in Turkey: A Pyrrhic Victory and Continuous Crisis
April 19th, 2017 by MERI
The narrow victory of Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the referendum on 16 April does not guarantee a politically strong and trouble-free presidency.
Planning Post-IS Iraq: Competing Visions Within the Shia Block?
March 12th, 2017 by MERI
The Shia Block is realistically the key determinant for national reconciliation to occur in Iraq. However, its internal divisions make it a problematic and non-unitary interlocutor for national, regional, and international initiatives.