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Afkār is a publication of the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, providing short-form analyses, insights, and perspectives on regional issues and developments from the Council's experts and outside contributors. Afkār is published in English and Arabic, and is edited by Omar H. Rahman.
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Yasmeen Al-Eryani

Executive Director for Knowledge Production at the Sana’a Center

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Yasmeen Al-Eryani is Executive Director for Knowledge Production at the Sana’a Center, where she leads the Center’s research and knowledge production on political transformation and security, transitional justice, economic recovery, the environment, and women’s inclusion. She also curates the Yemen International Forum, the largest Yemeni-led peace conference, and previously served as the Center’s Director of Research.

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Articles

Bab al-Mandab and Yemen’s Dangerous Moment
The Houthis are pressing their advantage amid the broader U.S.-Iran war, securing vital leverage in a potential future settlement while risking overreach and casting Yemen—and the region—down a very dangerous path.
Yasmeen Al-Eryani

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