CIAO Search Results

Publication Date: 02-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: The conflict in Sudan is now between two competing visions: where Bashir believes no political change is needed to address the crisis, the protestors are adamant that it can only be resolved with his departure. The question is which of these two positions will be victorious.
Topic: Conflict Resolution, International Affairs
Political Geography: Sudan

Publication Date: 02-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: Trump’s decision leaves the Kurdish nationalists of the KDP defenceless and, with their patron gone, will likely cause splits among Arab forces allied with Kurdish militiamen. Regionally, it sends a message to US allies in the Gulf about the Trump’s commitment to the Iran-containment strategy.
Topic: International Affairs
Political Geography: Kurdistan

Publication Date: 06-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: In early May 2019, the United States announced it would deploy an aircraft carrier, B-52 strategic bombers, and a Patriot missile battery to the Gulf region, declaring it had received information that Iran intended to strike US targets or those of its allies, directly or through a proxy. The United States followed with a new round of sanctions targeting Iran’s oil industry.
Topic: International Relations, International Affairs
Political Geography: America, Iran

Publication Date: 05-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: Although both the United States and Iran say they do not want a direct military confrontation, such escalation by the United States necessarily invites an Iranian response, particularly since Tehran is butting heads with US regional allies like Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Topic: International Cooperation, International Security, International Affairs
Political Geography: Iran

Publication Date: 04-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: Faced with a failed offensive and weakened political influence, Haftar may decide to focus his efforts on eastern Libya, which would give added impetus to partition and deepen existing divisions.
Topic: International Security, International Affairs
Political Geography: Tripoli

Publication Date: 04-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: Overall, the AKP’s vote share in the 30 biggest cities declined from 2014, continuing a trend seen first in the 2017 referendum. The reversal in AKP fortunes is most evident in Istanbul, often considered a microcosm of Turkey.
Topic: International Organization, International Affairs
Political Geography: Turkey

Publication Date: 04-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: Overall, the AKP’s vote share in the 30 biggest cities declined from 2014, continuing a trend seen first in the 2017 referendum. The reversal in AKP fortunes is most evident in Istanbul, often considered a microcosm of Turkey.
Topic: International Organization, International Affairs
Political Geography: Turkey

Publication Date: 02-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: The conflict in Sudan is now between two competing visions: where Bashir believes no political change is needed to address the crisis, the protestors are adamant that it can only be resolved with his departure. The question is which of these two positions will be victorious
Topic: International Relations, International Affairs
Political Geography: Sudan

Author: Ramzy Baroud
Publication Date: 06-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: The Deal of the Century will allow Trump/Kushner, Netanyahu and bin Salman to merely buy time, each for his own domestic benefit. It is likely to split up an Arab camp that has served as the American vanguard.
Topic: International Relations, International Affairs
Political Geography: Global Focus

Author: Yahia H. Zoubir
Publication Date: 05-2019
Content Type: Policy Brief
Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies
Abstract: Hirak has been the relegation of the Islamists because the protesters showed no interest in an Islamist ideology. They are opposed to foreign interference and have warned the West, particularly the former colonial power France, from interfering in their movement.
Topic: International Relations, International Affairs
Political Geography: Global Focus