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.
Iran’s Youth Energy that Elected Rouhani Shows in Parkour, Fashion Fever
“Religiously illegal” swimwear might sound predictable coming from Iran. But what about “a refreshingly casual look for the chador” or young Iranians scaling walls for sport? These kinds of trends reflect the energy of youth in Iran, and new President Hassan Rouhani owes his election to them.
Morsi Meter in Egypt: 9,427 Protests and Counting
Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi marks one-year in power on June 30, 2013. It’s been a contentious year fraught with growing troubles, and to mark the anniversary, the opposition is calling for the biggest demonstrations since the 2011 uprising.
Iran’s June 14 Vote to Replace Ahmadinejad Heats Up with Debates, Dropouts
Candidates are staking out positions on policy toward the U.S., the nuclear program and on the economy and the role of women in advance of an election aimed at selecting a replacement for a figure who has become possibly the most familiar face of the Iranian regime in America.
Iran-U.S. Friendly Wrestling Matches Mysteriously Abbreviated
The U.S. and Iran over the years have managed far better relations in sports than otherwise. But a joint effort between them and Russia last week that was aimed at salvaging wrestling for the 2020 Olympics went awry when Iran withdrew from the second of a pair of friendly matches in the U.S. and flew home instead. USIP’s Iran Primer looks at sports that have connected Iran and the U.S.
Political, Security Challenges Grow for Middle East Women
The unprecedented role of women in the Arab uprisings doesn't mean life is getting easier for them as the world marks International Women’s Day. A joint USIP/Wilson Center project asked 10 women leaders from the region how government and civil society can combat gender-based violence.
Ahmadinejad’s Visit to Egypt Unlikely to Herald New Alliance With Iran
The Iranian president arrived in Cairo today, the latest in a series of exchanges that suggest mending ties. An analysis on USIP’s Iran Primer website explains why the relationship still has its limits.
Middle East in 2013: Promise and (Lots of) Peril
A new peace brief by Robin Wright and Garrett Nada provides an overview of four “Arab Spring” uprisings and a look ahead to the challenges of 2013.