The roots of Western relations with the Middle East trace back to the colonial era, when European powers sought to control ...

Israel has been fighting wars on several fronts in the Middle East since the Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked ...

Power in the Middle East shifted in 2025, with Sunni groups gaining influence while Shiite factions linked to Iran weakened. Political turmoil, economic struggles, and escalating conflicts—especially ...

One of the Middle East’s ... implications for the Middle East. The conflict between the PKK and Turkey has had devastating effects on Turkey and neighboring countries. Much of the fighting ...

U.S. relations with other Middle East countries, and the administration’s priorities regarding U.S. involvement and stability in the region. This meeting is part of CFR’s Transition 2025 ...