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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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Trump Redux Could Bring in the Law of Unintended Consequences

Gulf states need to expect the unexpected as an “America First” agenda could fragment global trade.

Nasser Saidi
Gaza War Creates Dilemmas for Bahrain’s Leadership

Almost 11 months into the war on Gaza, Manama’s ties with Israel persist despite domestic pressure and regional instability.

Giorgio Cafiero
Economic Diversification is the GCC’s Top Priority

Saudi Arabia has taken great steps to diversify its economy – Kuwait must follow suit.

Nasser Saidi
Iran-Israel Tensions Emerge from the Shadows – Council Views

Middle East Council experts analyze the implications of the exchange of strikes between Iran and Israel for the ongoing war on Gaza.

Galip Dalay, Omar H. Rahman, Ranj Alaaldin, Özge Genç, Adel Abdel Ghafar, Shahram Akbarzadeh, Hamidreza Azizi
GCC can emerge as ‘Middle Powers’ in second Cold War

Geopolitical polarization is providing an opportunity for GCC states to assert greater power and influence on the world stage.

Nasser Saidi
Necessity Will Drive Gulf States to Cooperate on Climate Change

Can Gulf states overcome longstanding obstacles to cooperate and meaningfully address climate change?

Mehran Haghirian, Aisha Al-Sarihi