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Middle East

The Beirut blast: An accident in name only

The catastrophic explosion in Beirut’s port is a manifestation of the Lebanese political elite’s predation and dysfunction. It may be the last chance for those in power to effect long-overdue structural reforms.

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Heading off a renewed struggle for Yemen’s south

Gulf powers and the UN should help settle the conflict between the Yemen government and southern separatists to enable national ceasefire talks.

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Middle East

A coronavirus ceasefire offers a way out for war-torn Yemen

Yemen's warring parties should implement a United Nations ceasefire proposal to prepare for a COVID-19 outbreak and preserve an opportunity to end the war.

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Middle East

Nile dam talks: unlocking a dangerous stalemate

To buy time for Egypt and Ethiopia to reach a comprehensive settlement on the Blue Nile dam issue, the parties should agree on a two year interim fix.

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Middle East

Deadly clashes in Syria’s Idlib show limits of Turkey’s options

A deadly attack on Turkish forces in Syria has brought Idlib’s crisis to a dangerous crossroads. How did it come to this and what's likely to happen next?