Crossing Red Lines: Israel's Doha Strike and What Comes Next
Israel's strike on Hamas officials in Qatar frustrated Washington, outraged Arab partners, and underscored Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's choice to prioritize destroying Hamas over carrying on ho...
18 Sep 202546min
Under Pressure: Will Snapback Sanctions Bring Iran Back to the Table?
With Iran's nuclear program devastated, the reimposition of UN sanctions looming, and Tehran grappling with the fallout of the 12-Day War, is the time ripe for Iran to return to the negotiating table?...
11 Sep 202532min
The Middle East's Water and Climate Crisis: Lessons from Iran, Iraq, and the Gulf
In this episode of Middle East Focus, host Alistair Taylor is joined by climate, energy, and sustainability expert Karim Elgendy to examine the growing water and climate crisis across the Middle East....
14 Aug 202532min
Lebanon and the UNIFIL Mandate: Disarming Hizballah and Reclaiming Sovereignty
With its new government at the half-year mark and the UNIFIL international peacekeeping force's mandate due for reauthorization at month's end, Lebanon stands at a pivotal moment. In this episode of M...
7 Aug 202531min
Egypt and Gaza: Conflict, Crisis, and the Path to a Ceasefire
With the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza in the global spotlight, Egypt faces mounting pressure both at home and abroad. In this episode of Middle East Focus, hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj...
31 Jul 202536min
The Regional and Domestic Elements of Erdoğan's Grand Strategy
In this episode of Middle East Focus, hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj are joined by MEI Senior Fellow Gönül Tol to discuss how shifting regional dynamics — from the Israel-Iran war to renewed...
24 Jul 202541min
Bonus Episode: Understanding the Violence in Southern Syria
Welcome to a special Bonus Episode of Middle East Focus. We're pleased to bring you access to a recent MEI Virtual Briefing recorded on July 23, 2025, on the recent violence in southern Syria. Secta...
23 Jul 20251h 3min
The Gulf's Geo-Economic Balancing Act
Amid sustained regional conflict and global uncertainty, the Arab Gulf states are navigating a shifting economic and strategic landscape with surprising resilience. MEI Senior Fellow Karen Young joins...
17 Jul 202549min
