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Iraq

Shahed 129 UAV seen during the Eqtedar 40 defence exhibition in Tehran.

Iran’s Drones Tip the Balance of Power in the Middle East

The growing capabilities and the impressive skill of their operators elevate the threat from Iran's unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) from a nuisance to a strategic level on par with Iran's missiles and rockets threat on Israel.

Dr. Uzi Rubin
Scholarship 25.01.2022
Iran
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As leaders meet, Jordan finds itself vital to US plans in the region

As leaders meet, Jordan finds itself vital to US plans in the region
Prof. Efraim Inbar: The Americans want to enlist Jordan to contribute to stability in Iraq.

Professor Efraim Inbar
Media 29.07.2021
Iraq Jordan
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The growing threat facing Israel from Iraq

Iraq is already part of the northern crescent of threats facing Israel. The US presence, broader policy regarding Iran makes Israeli action in Iraq more complicated than in Syria.

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Policy Papers 08.06.2021
Iraq

Erdogan using deniable private militias to destabilize the Middle East

Erdoğan has created a private military and paramilitary system. He deploys this apparatus for domestic and foreign operations without official oversight.

Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak , Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Policy Papers 03.02.2021
Turkey

Understanding Israel’s War in the ‘Grey Zone’

Israel seeks to disrupt Iran's efforts to develop nuclear weapons, and to reverse the Iranian project to entrench its forces in Iraq, Syria and Lebanon.

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Policy Papers 27.12.2020
israeli-iranian relations

Egypt-Jordan-Iraq: Another Middle East Axis in the Making?

Egypt, Iraq, and Jordan seek to develop a regional bloc in the geographical center of the Arab world. But all three countries are poor and dependent in for economic largesse on more wealthy partners, so their regional aspirations and strategies will necessarily be limited.

Dr. Joshua Krasna
Policy Papers 22.09.2020
Egypt Iraq Jordan
Iraq Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi

The US-Iraq Strategic Dialogue and Israel’s Security

Iraq is ripe for a nationalist, public-service driven politics where good governance is more important than identity. If Iraqi leaders, with US support, can move the country in a new direction, Iran’s ability to take advantage of Iraqi state weakness to threaten Israel will be drastically curtailed.

Mr. Lazar Berman
Scholarship 05.08.2020
Iraq
Hisham al-Hashimi and Iraq flag illustration

The Assassination of Hisham al-Hashimi: A Warning from Iraqi Shia Militias

Killing of prominent adviser shows the determination of Iranian-backed Shia militias to resist any attempt to curtail their powers and freedom of action.

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Policy Papers 20.07.2020
Iraq
The Middle East from space coronavirus

Coronavirus in the Middle East: A Review and Assessment

This paper reviews the responses of Middle Eastern countries to the spread of the coronavirus and highlights diplomatic and defense implications stemming from the situation. The assessment of JISS fellows is that the coronavirus crisis will not fundamentally change power dynamics in the region or alter the prevailing ambitions and policies of key countries.

Scholarship 05.05.2020
Coronavirus Middle East
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Assessing the US strategy in Iraq

Only an integrated political, military and economic strategy targeting the Iranian system in all its aspects, with a long-term commitment to local allies and the mission, can succeed.

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Policy Papers 05.04.2020
Iraq US Middle East Policy
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The Situation in Iraq: Policy Implications for the West

A key aspect of the ongoing political crisis in Iraq is the anger directed at foreign meddling, and specifically, at the role played by Iran and its proxies. The IRGC Qods Force has penetrated deep into Iraqi power structures over the last 15 years. Weakening and possibly reducing this Iranian grip, through an appeal to Iraqi nationalism, will not solve Iraq's profound problems. Among other challenges, the Islamic State still has influence in some Sunni areas. Nevertheless, countering Iran's power is still an achievable goal, worth pursuing.

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Scholarship 24.03.2020
Iraq

Don’t Expect Iraqi Stability Anytime Soon

Don’t Expect Iraqi Stability Anytime Soon.
Interview with Dr. Jonathan Spyer

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Media 03.02.2020
Iraq
i24 logo

The Protests in Iraq and Iran’s involvement

The Protests in Iraq and Iran's involvement.
Dr. Yossi Mansharoff Talks To I24 News.

Dr. Yossi Mansharof
Media 06.01.2020
Iran
Iran hand fist propaganda poster fight and protest independence struggle rebellion show symbolic strength vector

Revolt Against Iran’s ‘System’ in Iraq and Lebanon

Will the people succeed in undermining the Iranian plan to spread power across the region?

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Policy Papers 05.11.2019
Iran
iran_iraq_locator-svg

Iraqi Government Fails to Rein in Iran-Backed Militias in Nineveh Province: Implications for Israel

Recent events in Iraq's Nineveh Province demonstrate the apparent helplessness of the Iraqi government in the face of Iran-backed Shia militias.

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Scholarship 07.10.2019
Iraq

The Rise of Iraq’s Shia Militias: An Emergent Threat to Israel

The Iraqi Shi'ite militias form a single, numerous and increasingly able component of the military and paramilitary assets available to Iran in its efforts. They substantially increase the scope for Iranian disruption in the region, and may significantly increase Iranian capabilities in the event of a war on Israel’s northern front

Dr. Jonathan Spyer , Mr. Lazar Berman
Scholarship 20.02.2019
Iraq
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Will Iraqi territory be used to fire rockets on Israel from Iran?

Will Iraqi territory be used to fire rockets on Israel from Iran?
Maj. Gen. (res.) Yaakov Amidror: Israel needs to be ready to take military risks to prevent Iran from establishing its own forces in Syria.

Major General (res.) Yaakov Amidror
Media 25.09.2018
Iran
The Syrian Arab Republic Administrative divisions Map

The Sultan’s Pleasure: Turkey Expands Operations in Syria and Iraq

All indications suggest that for Turkey, the recent battles were only a phase in a larger process. So where might Turkey turn next? And what is the goal of the Turkish campaign?

Dr. Jonathan Spyer
Policy Papers 09.04.2018
Turkey
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