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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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Najat Azeez Ibrahim

Political Analyst

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Najat Azeez Ibrahim is a Political Analyst. He holds a MSc in Politics of SOAS, University of London and an Executive Master of Development Policies and Practices from Geneve Graduate Institute. Since 2025, Najat is focused on geopolitical Energy Politics in the middle east. He worked as political advisor in the Iraqi Parliament for the head of Renewable energy sub-committee.

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Articles

Syria’s New Energy Diplomacy Is Turning Geography into Political Capital  
As Syria rebuilds, the new government in Damascus is using energy, infrastructure, and regional connectivity not only to revive its economy but to restore its diplomatic standing and strategic relevance.  
Najat Azeez Ibrahim

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