Principles for Universities Responding to Campus Protests Over Gaza ArticleMay 1, 2024 Principles for Universities Responding to Campus Protests Over Gaza In their response to student protests over the war in Gaza, colleges and universities must prioritize free speech, while ensuring that the safety of all students is protected. May 1, 2024 Patrick Gaspard
Famine and Insecurity in Northern Gaza ArticleMar 29, 2024 Famine and Insecurity in Northern Gaza Famine is likely underway in the north of Gaza, a man-made crisis resulting from the Israeli government’s obstruction of aid delivery and failure to address a deteriorating security situation. Mar 29, 2024 Allison McManus, Khalil Sayegh
Congress Must Provide Funding and Protect Oversight To Meet Global Security and Humanitarian Needs ArticleFeb 5, 2024 Congress Must Provide Funding and Protect Oversight To Meet Global Security and Humanitarian Needs Recent bipartisan Senate legislation provides security and humanitarian assistance in critical areas—Ukraine, Israel and Palestine, and the Indo-Pacific—but Congress must ensure more oversight so that the funds are used according to U.S. law and policy. Feb 5, 2024 Patrick Gaspard, Allison McManus
Emergency Arms Sale to Israel Undermines Accountability ArticleDec 14, 2023 Emergency Arms Sale to Israel Undermines Accountability The administration’s recent use of emergency authority to deliver artillery rounds to Israel undermines effective oversight of weapons transfers and the Biden administration’s own policies on civilian protection and human rights. Dec 14, 2023 Allison McManus, Laura Kilbury, Robert Benson
Israel-Hamas Conflict: 5 Actions Washington Should Prioritize Now ArticleNov 17, 2023 Israel-Hamas Conflict: 5 Actions Washington Should Prioritize Now The United States has an obligation to support Israel’s defense, but it should not be a blank check for collective punishment that brutalizes innocent civilians; the Biden administration should urge an immediate humanitarian ceasefire. Nov 17, 2023 Patrick Gaspard, Allison McManus
Assessing Risk and Reward in the Saudi Megadeal ArticleSep 28, 2023 Assessing Risk and Reward in the Saudi Megadeal Negotiations around a “megadeal” for Saudi Arabia’s normalization with Israel should ensure the deal advances, rather than undermines, regional stability and prosperity. Sep 28, 2023 Allison McManus
Whither U.S.-Tunisian Relations After Saied’s Disastrous December? In the NewsDec 26, 2022 Whither U.S.-Tunisian Relations After Saied’s Disastrous December? Gordon Gray discusses Tunisian President Kais Saied's recent visit to the United States. Dec 26, 2022 The National Interest Gordon Gray
Opportunities and Challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean: Examining U.S. Interests and Regional Cooperation TestimonyMay 2, 2022 Opportunities and Challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean: Examining U.S. Interests and Regional Cooperation Alan Makovsky, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, provided testimony on March 31, 2022, before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on the United States’ involvement in the Eastern Mediterranean amid Russia’s war in Ukraine. May 2, 2022 Alan Makovsky
Strategic Reengagement in the Middle East ReportDec 16, 2021 Strategic Reengagement in the Middle East The Biden administration can rebalance America’s policy in the Middle East through diplomacy, economic statecraft, and security cooperation—all while shifting away from direct military action. Dec 16, 2021 Brian Katulis, Peter Juul
Seeking a New Balance for U.S. Policy in the Middle East ReportSep 7, 2021 Seeking a New Balance for U.S. Policy in the Middle East The Biden administration signaled an effort to shift overall U.S. policy by prioritizing diplomacy and making some modest shifts on the military front, but key human security challenges loom on the horizon. Sep 7, 2021 Brian Katulis, Peter Juul
The United States Needs a Comprehensive Protection Plan for the Forcibly Displaced in Afghanistan ArticleAug 17, 2021 The United States Needs a Comprehensive Protection Plan for the Forcibly Displaced in Afghanistan The Biden administration should lead in developing a human rights-centered plan for the forcibly displaced to mitigate further disaster in Afghanistan. Aug 17, 2021 Alexandra Schmitt, Elisa Massimino
Northern Syria Security Dynamics and the Refugee Crisis ReportMay 26, 2021 Northern Syria Security Dynamics and the Refugee Crisis Ensuring stability in northern Syria will require international engagement that balances humanitarian concerns with the moral hazard created by Turkey’s occupation. May 26, 2021 Max Hoffman, Alan Makovsky
The First 100 Days: Analyzing the Biden Administration’s Foreign Policy Successes and Opportunities for the Next Year ArticleMay 6, 2021 The First 100 Days: Analyzing the Biden Administration’s Foreign Policy Successes and Opportunities for the Next Year The Biden administration has put U.S. foreign policy back on track and can continue crafting a sustainable and progressive national security agenda. May 6, 2021 Katrina Mulligan, Alexandra Schmitt, Siena Cicarelli
The First 100 Days: Toward a More Sustainable and Values-Based National Security Approach ReportOct 19, 2020 The First 100 Days: Toward a More Sustainable and Values-Based National Security Approach An actionable plan for the next administration’s progressive national security agenda. Oct 19, 2020 the CAP National Security and International Policy Team
Interactive: The First 100 Days InteractiveOct 19, 2020 Interactive: The First 100 Days This interactive database features nearly 250 recommendations that the next administration can advance, adopt, and implement within the first 100 days to set the country on a path toward a more progressive national security approach. Oct 19, 2020 the CAP National Security and International Policy Team
The Middle East Peace Process: An Analysis From Former U.S. Negotiators TestimonyApr 27, 2020 The Middle East Peace Process: An Analysis From Former U.S. Negotiators CAP executive vice president for policy Mara Rudman testified before the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and International Terrorism. Apr 27, 2020 Mara Rudman
How the Coronavirus Pandemic Exposes and Exacerbates the Middle East’s Long-Standing Governance Problems ArticleApr 22, 2020 How the Coronavirus Pandemic Exposes and Exacerbates the Middle East’s Long-Standing Governance Problems Ongoing conflicts and political repression reflect enduring regional challenges in the Middle East during the COVID-19 pandemic. Apr 22, 2020 Peter Juul, Jenna Sjogren
Putting Diplomacy First ReportMar 12, 2020 Putting Diplomacy First In order to avoid another costly war in the Middle East, the United States must prioritize diplomacy and a more balanced regional stabilization strategy. Mar 12, 2020 Brian Katulis, Peter Juul
The State of U.S. National Security Is Not Strong Under Trump ArticleFeb 3, 2020 The State of U.S. National Security Is Not Strong Under Trump Ahead of the State of the Union, here’s the real state of national security under President Trump. Feb 3, 2020 Kelly Magsamen, Alexandra Schmitt
Russian Flags Over an American Base ArticleDec 6, 2019 Russian Flags Over an American Base Trump’s reckless Syria policy makes America less safe and empowers Putin’s Russia. Dec 6, 2019 Brian Katulis, James Lamond
Trump’s Syria Shambles ReportOct 24, 2019 Trump’s Syria Shambles President Trump’s withdrawal from Syria has thrown the region into chaos, shattered American credibility, and uncovered deep problems with U.S. policy toward Turkey. Oct 24, 2019 Max Hoffman
Fact Sheet: The Case for a New U.S. Relationship with Afghanistan Fact SheetJul 29, 2019 Fact Sheet: The Case for a New U.S. Relationship with Afghanistan It is time to end the war in Afghanistan responsibly and make a strategic transition to more pressing U.S. national security challenges. Jul 29, 2019 Kelly Magsamen, Michael Fuchs
The Case for a New U.S. Relationship with Afghanistan ReportJul 29, 2019 The Case for a New U.S. Relationship with Afghanistan It is time to end the war in Afghanistan responsibly and make a strategic transition to more pressing U.S. national security challenges. Jul 29, 2019 Kelly Magsamen, Michael Fuchs
The Trump Administration’s 10 Most Dangerous Actions Concerning Iran ArticleMay 21, 2019 The Trump Administration’s 10 Most Dangerous Actions Concerning Iran How the Trump administration has blundered into confrontation with Tehran. May 21, 2019 Kelly Magsamen, Brian Katulis, Peter Juul, 1 More Daniel Benaim
Turkey’s Refugee Dilemma ReportMar 13, 2019 Turkey’s Refugee Dilemma Despite Turkish leaders’ frequent insistence that Syrian refugees will return home, privately, they seem to be preparing for the likelihood that most will remain permanently. Mar 13, 2019 Alan Makovsky
Kurdistan’s New Moment ReportDec 18, 2018 Kurdistan’s New Moment The United States can play a role in helping Iraqi Kurds transition from crisis to progress. Dec 18, 2018 Daniel Benaim
Preventing Endless War Requires Real Congressional Oversight—Not New War Authority ReportDec 14, 2018 Preventing Endless War Requires Real Congressional Oversight—Not New War Authority Congress needs to do real oversight about how and whether the current wars should continue before considering any new AUMF. Dec 14, 2018 Ken Gude, Kate Martin
Rosamund Pike, Matthew Heineman, and Speaking Truth to Power Through Film PodcastNov 15, 2018 Rosamund Pike, Matthew Heineman, and Speaking Truth to Power Through Film Actor Rosamund Pike and director Matthew Heineman sit down with Daniella and Ed to discuss their new film, "A Private War," which tells the story of Mary Colvin, a war journalist who died in 2012 while covering the war in Syria. Nov 15, 2018 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Ed Chung, Rachel Rosen, 1 More Kyle Epstein
Tired Narratives, Weary Publics ReportOct 2, 2018 Tired Narratives, Weary Publics The United States must strengthen its public diplomacy strategy to better compete with Iran in the struggle for power and influence in the Middle East. Oct 2, 2018 Sarah Alaoui
Seizing the Diplomatic Initiative in Syria ReportJul 19, 2018 Seizing the Diplomatic Initiative in Syria To best advance U.S. interests and values, the United States should launch a renewed diplomatic effort to de-escalate Syria’s civil war. Jul 19, 2018 Brian Katulis, Alexander Bick, Peter Juul, 1 More Daniel Benaim
How Turkey Can Ensure a Successful Energy Transition ReportJul 10, 2018 How Turkey Can Ensure a Successful Energy Transition Turkey should build upon recent progress investing in renewable energy to transition its energy system and reduce its reliance on imported fossil fuels. Jul 10, 2018 Deger Saygin, Max Hoffman, Philipp Godron
The United States Sticks Its Head in the Sand on Torture in Yemen ArticleJun 29, 2018 The United States Sticks Its Head in the Sand on Torture in Yemen Congress must require the U.S. Defense Department to investigate and report on allegations that the United Arab Emirates is torturing Yemeni detainees. Jun 29, 2018 Ken Gude
Economic Integration and Political Reconciliation in Iraq ReportApr 17, 2018 Economic Integration and Political Reconciliation in Iraq Restoring Christian religious communities and other minorities in Iraq will foster stability and enhance development. Apr 17, 2018 Peter S. Henne
Trump, Pompeo, and Bolton: The Path to War ArticleApr 11, 2018 Trump, Pompeo, and Bolton: The Path to War President Trump’s new war Cabinet picks risk pushing the United States toward devastating wars. Apr 11, 2018 Ken Gude
International Justice on Trial? ReportMar 28, 2018 International Justice on Trial? International justice is at a critical crossroads, offering a perfect moment to examine its key accomplishments, shortcomings, and challenges moving forward. Mar 28, 2018 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
Engage and Compete ReportJan 18, 2018 Engage and Compete With the Islamic State in retreat, the United States needs a civilian-focused strategy to help Iraqis forge a peaceful path forward. Jan 18, 2018 Daniel Benaim, Hardin Lang
Trump’s National Security and Foreign Policy Failures: Year One ArticleJan 17, 2018 Trump’s National Security and Foreign Policy Failures: Year One Twelve months into Trump’s presidency, America is more isolated and less safe. Jan 17, 2018 the CAP National Security and International Policy Team
Turkey’s Parliament ReportDec 19, 2017 Turkey’s Parliament There may be some room for meaningful parliamentary action under the vastly expanded executive power of the new Turkish presidential system. Dec 19, 2017 Alan Makovsky
The Future of U.S.-Jordanian Counterterrorism Cooperation ReportNov 30, 2017 The Future of U.S.-Jordanian Counterterrorism Cooperation As the United States and Jordan enter the next phase of bilateral counterterrorism cooperation, they should work together to continue to strengthen Jordan’s security services. Nov 30, 2017 Hardin Lang, William Wechsler, Alia Awadallah
It’s About the Wars and Trump—Not the AUMF ArticleOct 30, 2017 It’s About the Wars and Trump—Not the AUMF Congress must debate the wars and Trump’s lack of fitness before any consideration of war authority. Oct 30, 2017 Ken Gude
Harvey Weinstein, Rocket Man, and the NRA PodcastOct 12, 2017 Harvey Weinstein, Rocket Man, and the NRA This week, Michele and Igor are joined by Hollywood producer Scott Budnick and Sen. Chris Murphy. Oct 12, 2017 Michele L. Jawando, Igor Volsky, Sally Tucker, 1 More Rachel Rosen
Strengthening U.S. Options on Iran ReportSep 28, 2017 Strengthening U.S. Options on Iran The United States should choose a pragmatic path forward to ensure the strict implementation of the nuclear agreement and counter Iran’s destabilizing policies. Sep 28, 2017 Brian Katulis, Peter Juul, Hardin Lang, 4 More Daniel Benaim, Yoram Schweitzer, Rudy deLeon, Alia Awadallah
Playing the Long Game ReportAug 30, 2017 Playing the Long Game The Trump administration should not walk away from a decade of U.S. investment in Lebanon’s armed forces and counterterrorism institutions, which remain on the front line of the campaign against the Islamic State. Aug 30, 2017 Hardin Lang, Alia Awadallah
The American People Deserve More Answers on Afghanistan ArticleAug 22, 2017 The American People Deserve More Answers on Afghanistan President Trump owes the American people more direct answers about what his new strategy actually includes, and what it hopes to achieve, before considering sending more young men and women into battle. Aug 22, 2017 Michael Fuchs, Hardin Lang, Vikram Singh
Losing the War of Ideas ReportAug 17, 2017 Losing the War of Ideas Battlefield victories will prove short-lived without a more focused strategy to tackle terrorist ideology. Aug 17, 2017 Alia Awadallah, Hardin Lang, Kristy Densmore
The European Union and Turkey in 2017: Move On or Apart? ReportJul 24, 2017 The European Union and Turkey in 2017: Move On or Apart? It is time for the EU to take a hard-line approach when it comes to human rights and democracy within Turkey and, at the same time, more strongly emphasize continued engagement. Jul 24, 2017 Michael Werz
The Elevation of Mohammed bin Salman Settles the Saudi Succession Question for Decades ArticleJun 29, 2017 The Elevation of Mohammed bin Salman Settles the Saudi Succession Question for Decades The new crown prince will reinforce recent changes in Saudi policies with wide-ranging ramifications for his country, the Middle East, and the United States. Jun 29, 2017 the CAP Middle East Team
The United States Must Stop the UAE’s Abu Ghraib in Yemen ArticleJun 28, 2017 The United States Must Stop the UAE’s Abu Ghraib in Yemen The United States has leverage and should use it to stop the tragedy unfolding in detention centers in Yemen. Jun 28, 2017 Ken Gude
A Guide for Those Perplexed About the Qatar Crisis ReportJun 21, 2017 A Guide for Those Perplexed About the Qatar Crisis Here’s why Americans should care about what’s happening with the tiny Gulf emirate. Jun 21, 2017 the CAP Middle East Team
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Turkey ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Turkey Trump’s national security adviser may have pushed to delay a key military offensive against the Islamic State because it would upset Turkey, without revealing that he was on Turkey’s payroll throughout the campaign. Jun 14, 2017 John Norris, Carolyn Kenney
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Israel ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Israel In the tricky strategic hotbed of the Middle East, Trump’s son-in-law and top White House adviser Jared Kushner is linked to multiple Israeli investors currently under criminal investigation. Jun 14, 2017 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Qatar ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Qatar President Trump’s views of countries with Muslim majorities are very clearly split by where he has business interests and where he doesn’t. Because of his friendship with a senior Qatari business leader and interest in pursuing deals in that country, Trump may be taking a soft line on Qatar. Jun 14, 2017 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in the United Arab Emirates ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in the United Arab Emirates Few countries have been more blatant about their desire to buy favor from President Trump with lucrative financial deals than the United Arab Emirates. Jun 14, 2017 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Egypt ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Egypt Egypt is another example of Trump’s fondness for an increasingly authoritarian government in a country where he has business interests. Jun 14, 2017 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Saudi Arabia ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia has funneled money into Trump’s Washington hotel as part of its effort to overturn legislation that would allow the families of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia. Jun 14, 2017 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
Reckless Endangerment: President Trump and the Use of Military Force ReportMay 1, 2017 Reckless Endangerment: President Trump and the Use of Military Force President Trump’s impulsive decision-making and reliance on the military as his primary foreign policy tool jeopardizes America’s national security. May 1, 2017 Peter Juul, Ken Gude
Trump’s First 100 Days in the Middle East ReportApr 26, 2017 Trump’s First 100 Days in the Middle East While President Trump has so far largely held off on his most reckless policy ideas, his first 100 days show both surprising continuity and troubling shifts that could undercut U.S. interests. Apr 26, 2017 Daniel Benaim
Iran Is ‘On Notice’—What’s Next? ReportApr 6, 2017 Iran Is ‘On Notice’—What’s Next? The United States needs a strong defense and a smart offense; it must also avoid the unilateral disarmament offered in Trump’s budget proposal. Apr 6, 2017 Brian Katulis, Muath Al Wari
Rejuvenating the U.S. Partnership with Kuwait ReportApr 4, 2017 Rejuvenating the U.S. Partnership with Kuwait Kuwait remains a vital U.S. security, counterterrorism, and humanitarian partner in the Middle East. The Trump administration should invest in the U.S.-Kuwait relationship to expand cooperation and build ties with young Kuwaitis. Apr 4, 2017 Hardin Lang, Alia Awadallah, John B. Craig
Trump Needs to Understand and Respect These 6 Basic Rules of Counterterrorism ArticleMar 29, 2017 Trump Needs to Understand and Respect These 6 Basic Rules of Counterterrorism President Trump is ignoring cardinal rules of effective counterterrorism to the detriment of American security and the benefit of the nation’s enemies. Mar 29, 2017 Yoram Schweitzer, Hardin Lang