Publications
Articles, publications, books, tools and multimedia features from the U.S. Institute of Peace provide the latest news, analysis, research findings, practitioner guides and reports, all related to the conflict zones and issues that are at the center of the Institute’s work to prevent and reduce violent conflict.
Postconflict Iraq: A Race for Stability, Reconstruction, and Legitimacy (Arabic Edition)
Summary In the wake of the overthrow of Saddam Hussein and his Ba'athist regime, two main tasks have confronted the Americans and Iraqis who now hold power. One is to stabilize the country; the other is to liberalize it economically, politically, and socially. Although the requirements of stabilization have so far overshadowed progress toward liberalization, significant steps have been taken in transitioning from totalitarianism to free market democracy. Much more, however, remains to...
Mosque and State: Religion and Politics in Iraq
A Special Discussion on Capitol Hill Sponsored by The Faith and Politics Institute and the United States Institute of Peace.
The Iraqi Shi'i Community: Between Sistani, Muqtada, the IGC, and the CPA
Congressional Testimony by Amatzia Baram, Senior Fellow, U.S. Institute of Peace.
Workshop with Iraqi Defense Ministry Officials
In partnership with National Defense University´s Near East - South Asia Center for Strategic Studies (NESA), the Institute has conducted the first two of a series of four workshops for Iraqis who will be occupying senior leadership positions in their country´s new Ministry of Defense and Joint Headquarters (the uniformed military).
Iraq and Its Neighbors: A Regional Architecture Is Needed
Regime change in Iraq has affected its neighbors, and these neighbors in turn affect the reconstruction process in Iraq. In the past regional dynamics have too often led to strife and war. How can these dynamics be channeled in more positive directions: towards development, economic cooperation, democracy, and security for all?
Managing Iraq's Oil Revenues
Ensuring that the Iraqi people become the primary beneficiaries of the country's oil will be critical not only to the credibility of efforts by the coalition but also to Iraq's future democracy and unity.
Where is the Lone Ranger When We Need Him?
A penetrating study of U.S. policy on peace operations, examining the challenges of establishing sustainable security in postconflict environments in places like the Balkans, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Robert Perito chronicles the history of American conceptions and misconceptions regarding peacekeeping forces.
Iraq's Middle Class Is the Key to Unity
Addressing sectarian and ethnic issues will be critical not only for reconstruction efforts but also for Iraq's unity and territorial integrity.
The Role of Religion in Iraqi Politics
Iraq seems to be experiencing a religious revival and religious leaders, particularly Shiite leaders, exert increasing political influence.
Iraq: Are We on the Right Track?
An off-the-record meeting of the Iraq working group took place on Capitol Hill to explore the challenges in building a stable peace in Iraq.