Syria
Rounding Corners
Why Iran introduced a new initiative to settle the Syrian Crisis
Iran introduced initiatives to settle the Syrian Crisis in order to confront accusations of stirring up regional instability
Suffocating ISIS
Phase One of Raqqa's Liberation Begins
Liberating Raqqa can be understood within the context of the US relying on YPG forces, which is met with objection by Turkey.
Show of Power
Implications of Intra-Iranian Controversy Over Russia's Use of Hamadan Air Base
Russia's recent use of Shahid Nojeh Air Base in Iran to conduct military operations in Syria has created divisions within Iran's elite.
Future for Advanced Research and Studies
Fragile Rapprochement
Have Turkey and Iran reached an agreement on Syria?
Turkish-Iranian rapprochement revolves within the bounds of regional issues, each of which affects deep-seated interests...
Rustum Mahmoud
Three Outcomes
The Consequences of the US-Russian Agreement
There are three factors that may hinder the drafted US-Russian Agreement concerning the Syrian conflict.
Rustum Mahmoud
Organisational, not Ideological
What is next for Al-Nusra’s Split from Al-Qaeda?
Abu Mohammad Al-Jolani announced splitting from al-Qaeda, and the formation of Jabhat Fateh Al-Sham.
Dr. Ayman El-Dessouki