Assessing Lebanon’s Political Paralysis, Economic Crisis, and Challenges for U.S. Policy
A former assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern affairs diagnoses the country’s incapacitated institutions…
Author David Schenker
In Lebanon, the Wheels of Justice Do Not Grind
The Hariri tribunal hasn’t led to a single arrest, so Washington should let it expire…
French-German Proposals to Rebuild Beirut Port: Policy Implications
Whoever winds up spearheading the reconstruction effort, Washington should stay on top of them to…
Our presence in Iraq remains a vital US national security interest
When serving as Assistant Secretary of state for Near Eastern Affairs in early 2020, I…
U.S. Security Assistance to Lebanon at Risk
Despite collusion between the LAF and Hezbollah, the United States may still have an interest…
Jordan’s King Abdullah Visits Trump’s Washington
Because the proposed Israeli embassy move is a potential headache for the palace, it will…
New President for Lebanon
Although filling the long-vacant office could help pull the country out of its political stagnation,…
Lebanon’s Embattled Sunnis Need Support
Absent effective support from the United States and Saudi Arabia, Lebanon’s traditionally pro-Western but increasingly…
Hezbollah’s Growing Domestic Woes
Favorable poll numbers aside, Hezbollah’s adventure in Syria is raising concerns among the group’s Lebanese…
Jordan’s Economy Surprises
Solid economic growth, low inflation, and comfortable international reserves offer a hopeful story line in…