The United States and its Growing Involvement in the Middle East Crisis
As of early October 2024, the United States had approximately 40,000 US military troops stationed throughout the Middle East, with thousands more set to be deployed. This increased US military presence in the region showcases the seriousness of rising tensions from the Israel-Palestine conflict and signals US intentions to become more involve
Hamas-Israel War: Risks of Escalation and Impact on Lebanon
The initial attack launched on Israel on Oct. 7 has affected citizens greatly, involving the deaths of Palestinians and Israelis as well as the brutalization of the environment in both countries. Further escalation is a cause for concern for associations such as the UN and the international community.
Stability vs. Accountability: The Cost of Political Settlements in the MENA Region
The Center for Strategic and International Studies hosted a panel on Oct 18, 2023, to discuss how political settlements or elite bargains have become the main means of conflict resolution in the Middle East and North Africa, and a potential way forward.