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impact of US policies in Syria from the Russian perspective

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
The upcoming elections also increase reluctance for any constitutional change by the government before the elections. Many Russian observers doubt that the Syrian government is ready to make any concessions at all because it does not expect any positive incentives from the West in return for its fl…
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impact of US policies on Syria and Lebanon economies

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 4
The US policies triggered economic crises in both Syria and Lebanon. Further, sanctions hinder finding alternative sources of funding needed to rebuild the country. Neither the Gulf states nor Russian companies can openly invest in Syria. A lack of investments will drastically slow down the reconst…
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what is Russia's stance on the Syrian army under Biden

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 5
Sergey Chvarkov: Rossiya za pyat' let vosstanovila boyegotovnost' armii Sirii [Sergei Chvarkov: Russia has restored combat readiness of the Syrian army in five years], https://ria .ru/20200930/siriya-1577948800 html Russian policy makers do not expect the new Biden administration to pursue a signifi…
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What does Russia think about Syria's future in 2021?

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 1
The future for Syria in 2021 looks bleak from the Russian perspective. Though the conflict entered a low-intensity phase of armed confrontations that characterised 2020 will likely continue in 2021. The temporary negotiated solution for north-western Syria reached in March 2020 is likely to hold but…
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What is the Geneva Centre for Security Policy?

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Geneva Centre for Security Policy tia GCSP Syria Transition Challenges Project Discussion Paper (32) US-Russia interactions in Syria and the future of the conflict in 2021 Nikolay Surkov, IMEMO The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) is an inte…
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What is Russia's long-term strategy for Syria?

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 8
Russian endgame for Syria In the long term, the Kremlin is not focused on the specific characteristics of a future political system in Syria. Instead, Russia is focused on preserving the state and its institutions. However, keeping Bashar al-Assad in power is not a sine qua non for the Kremlin, rat…
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How does Iran's support for Shia groups affect Syria?

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
From the Russian perspective Iran’s support for Shia groups, even in Sunni territories, is expected to continue and even increase, a move which will certainly enhance the division and religious strife between the Alawites and the Sunnis. Iran’s role goes beyond supporting Shia groups, however. As t…
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US policy contradictions in Syria and Russian concerns

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 6
This negative perception is enhanced by the apparent contradiction between the stated US policy and practical steps on the ground. According to Russia, the US has declared its respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria but is in fact pursuing regime change and partitioning of Syr…
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how to prevent Syria from becoming a jihadist haven

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Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 11
Syria and to prevent it from once again becoming a heaven for the jihadists, and if they were able to identify pathways for cooperation, the future may improve for all involved.
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How might federalisation impact Syria's territorial integrity?

conceptual
Target document: us-russia-interactions-syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 10
Hypothetically, in the long-term some form of federalisation might become a useful tool that will help to normalise the relations between Damascus and the Turkish-controlled areas, thus restoring, albeit formally, the territorial integrity of Syria. Conclusion Unsurprisingly, Russia was disappoint…
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how did Tehran handle protests and nuclear enrichment in November 2022?

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
Tehran contained the protests by late November, and it refused to halt the rapid pace of its nuclear enrichment program. These actions, according to the hardline Iranian newspaper Kayhan, were instrumental in reaching a final agreement with Saudi Arabia which recognized that regime change was unlik…
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How are Iran and Saudi Arabia addressing regional security challenges?

conceptual
Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 13
Instead, through this latest deal, Tehran and Riyadh have more manoeuvrability to navigate difficult regional dynamics, for example over the Iranian axis of influence, the issue of proliferation, and on controlling Iranian or Saudi threats in fluid security spheres that call for non-military answers…
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constructive talks between Iran and Saudi Arabia March 2023

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
3 “Riyaz: Omidvarim goft-o-guhaye sazandeh ba Iran edameh yabad (Riyadh: We hope that constructive talks with Iran will continue),” Fars News, March 14, 2023, https://bit.ly/3JXMaeE. 4 “Amir-Abdollahian: Takeed bar solh dar mantageh az jomleh tavafogat Iran va Riyaz bode hast (Emphasis on regional p…
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Iran's intentions for regional security explained by Amir-Abdollahian

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 8
The agreement's stated commitment to non-interference on issues pertaining to state sovereignty need not clash with Iranian support for its axis of resistance if interpreted in a manner that accommodates Tehran's security perceptions.”° According to Amir-Abdollahian, this stated language of the deal…
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Russia's support for multilateralism in nuclear policy

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 11
Russia would support this path if it ensures multilateralism in the nuclear sphere, and reduces US presence in the Gulf region.” Additionally, this path could be better than an emerging anarchical non-polar nuclear regime in which the Israeli and Iranian nuclear programs dominate the regional order.…
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Iran Saudi relations optimism Hossein Shariatmadari

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
(Why should we be optimistic about Iran-Saudi agreement)”. 24 “Hossein shari'atmadari: Shoma chera matam gerefteh-ed?! Negarani Israel az ehya-ye ravabet-e Tehran va Riyaz/ Navid tahavolate mosbat baraye mantageh (Hossein Shariatmadari: Why are you [Israel] mourning?!/ Israel’s concern about the rev…
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Iran Saudi Arabia agreement optimism

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 7
19 “Chera bayad beh tawafog Iran va ‘Arabestan khosh-bin bud? (Why should we be optimistic about lran-Saudi agreement)”. 20 “Aya sarnevesht-e Anvar Sadat dar entezar-e ben Salman ast? (Is bin Salman’s fate similar to that of Anwar Sadat?),” /ranian Students’ News Agency, November 29, 2022, https://b…
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Iranian-Saudi Agreement by Banafsheh Keynoush

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
i] wo GbuLowwl @auljsg GLa uy sll jspall Arab Center for Research & Policy Studies | 23 March 2023 lranian-Saudi Agreement Banafsheh Keynoush lranian-Saudi Agreement Series: Case Analysis 23 March 2023 Banafsheh Keynoush The Iranian Studies Unit Banafsheh Keynoush Fellow at the Internationa…
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Iran and Saudi Arabia agreement maritime cooperation

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 10
lranian-Saudi Agreement Further talks between Iran and Saudi Arabia can help Tehran boost its sanctioned economy, and enable Riyadh to reach its Vision 2030 economic and development goals. The safety of navigation in the Gulf waterway is critical to realizing the fullest trade and commercial potent…
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importance of Saudi-Iranian agreement for regional stability

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Target document: iranian-saudi-agreement.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 12
As a result, no matter how evasive the goal, replenishing the balance of power regime between them seems essential to ensuring regional stability, and the viability of the lranian-Saudi agreement. Saudi Arabia does not wish to disturb the regional status quo, which Iran could do should it be provoke…
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UAE security concerns regarding Iran and proxies

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Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 3
oversight—as was the case with the construction of its first four reactors, butis now opening the door to potential participation by Chinese and Russian firms. Above all, the UAE is likely to be preoccupied with the response of Iran and its proxies to Israeli-Saudi normalization, particularly if it …
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What are the UAE's views on the Abraham Accords?

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Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
THE POSITIONS OF THE UAE AND BAHRAIN ON ISRAELI-SAUDI NORMALIZATION / ILAN ZALAYET AND YOEL GUZANSKY in his country’s view, the Abraham Accords are not limited to the UAE and Israel, but are a platform that should reshape the region “so that everyone enjoys security, stability, and prosperity.” Th…
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Was the video filmed in Bahrain and Iranian infiltration likely?

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Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 7
However, it appears that the video was not filmed in Bahrain, and it is unlikely that there is any armed group or effective Iranian infiltration in the country capable of disrupting Saudi normalization efforts with Israel. 53
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Bahrain public opinion on normalization with Israel 2022

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Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 5
THE POSITIONS OF THE UAE AND BAHRAIN ON ISRAELI-SAUDI NORMALIZATION / ILAN ZALAYET AND YOEL GUZANSKY in U.S. Middle East policy. Manama’s only request, also expressed in a state- affiliated newspaper article, is that the United States assist it in addressing internal threats and not prevent Bahrain…
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Bahrain's economic strength compared to Saudi Arabia and UAE

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Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 4
The Bahraini government does not possess the same economic strength as its counterparts in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, and unlike them, it does not enjoy broad public support—particularly from the Shiite majority population, which is alienated from the Sunni royal family. Bahr…
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UAE and Bahrain's stance on Israeli-Saudi normalization

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Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
THE POSITIONS OF THE UAE AND BAHRAIN ON ISRAELI-— SAUDI NORMALIZATION: PARTNERSHIP AND COMPETITION ILAN ZALAYET AND YOEL GUZANSKY* As signatories to the Abraham Accords, the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Bahrain are expected to support an Israeli-Saudi normalization agreement, which does…
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Dr. Anwar Gargash on Abraham Accords and Palestinian issue

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Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
Evidence of this position can be found in remarks made by senior diplomat and advisor to the UAE President, Dr. Anwar Gargash, in 49 THE POSITIONS OF THE UAE AND BAHRAIN ON ISRAELI-SAUDI NORMALIZATION / ILAN ZALAYET AND YOEL GUZANSKY September 2023, who stated that the Abraham Accords were not int…
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how do Gulf forces enable Bahrain's human rights abuses?

fact-seeking
Target document: Ilan-Zalayet-and-Yoel-Guzansky.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 6
forces in the Gulf as enablers of the Bahraini regime’s human rights abuses and obstacles to reform and liberalization (regarding Saudi Arabia, the 2011 suppressions of protest served to reinforce this view). Since the signing of the Abraham Accords, it has been argued that ties with Israel also ser…
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How are the Houthis supporting Iran against Israel?

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 6
A Laboratory for Regional Power Plays Beyond the Gaza war, other factors have influenced the confrontation. During the outbreak of the 12-day war between Iran and Israel, from June 13 to 25, the Houthis shifted their narrative. They became more actively involved in supporting the Iranian effort thr…
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Israel's longest air force strike since the conflict began

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 7
The Israeli military pointed out that the strike, at a range exceeding 2,350 kilometers, was the longest flight carried out by its air force since the conflict began, and served to illustrate Israel's capacity to reach anywhere in the region. On September 16, one day after the Arab summit held in Qa…
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Sana'a Center for Strategic Studies

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 10
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What did Israel target in its May operations in Yemen?

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 4
In May, Israel broadened its scope of targets again, striking the Bajil and Amran Cement Factories, which the Houthis used to build tunnels and military infrastructure. Israel then targeted Sana’a airport again, this time disabling most of its facilities, along with three aircraft operated by the Ho…
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Houthi involvement in the Gaza war and Israel's retaliation

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 1
The Houthis have thrust themselves into the Gaza war with growing force, escalating from alleged acts of solidarity with Palestinians to increasingly bold attacks. In response, Israel has expanded its retaliation, from attacks on Yemen's energy infrastructure, ports, and cement factories to the targ…
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Salah Director General Supreme National Authority for Combating Corruption

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
Prior to joining the Center, Salah was the Director General of the Monitoring and Technical Inspection Unit at the Supreme National Authority for Combating Corruption. He is active in public and civil society life in Yemen and has been engaged in local conflict mediations that have led to the releas…
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Houthi attacks on Israel and maritime shipping developments

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
Their early focus was on the southern port of Eilat, the closest point to Yemen, and the majority of their attacks were intercepted before reaching Israeli territory. Houthi operations gradually escalated through five distinct phases, during which they developed methods to target both Israel and int…
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Israeli navy first used in Houthi conflict June 2025

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 5
The Israeli navy, a less costly alternative to air power, was first utilized in the conflict on June 10, 2025. No End in Sight: An Uncertain Future for the Houthi-lsraeli Conflict The most significant shift in Israeli targeting patterns, however, was the move from striking infrastructure to carryin…
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What did Israel's Defense Minister say about the Houthis' attacks?

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Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
These incidents demonstrate a clear transformation, showcasing the expanded reach of the Houthis and the impact of their recent attacks compared to their earlier beginnings. But along with the Houthis’ celebration of each successful attack, anticipated retaliation and an ongoing state of war contrib…
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How is Israel responding to the Houthis' military expansion?

fact-seeking
Target document: No_End_in_Sight_An_Uncertain_Future_for_the_Houthi_Israeli_Conflict_en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 8
Given its hostile surroundings, with adversaries ready to exploit any perceived weakness, Israel will be motivated to prevent other groups from repeating the Houthis’ massive expansion of military capacity. Compounding this is a complex international dimension and significant new American maneuvers …
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Joint Trilateral Statement March 10 2023 China Saudi Arabia Iran

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Target document: joint20trilateral20statement20by20the20peoples20republic20of20china20the20kingdom20of20saudi20arabia.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Joint Trilateral Statement by the People's Republic of China, the Kingdom of Saudi. Islamic Republic of Iran 2023/03/10 The following is the full text of a joint statement released by the People's Republic of China, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the Friday. Joint Trilateral Statement by the Pe…
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Who co-signed the statement with Wang Yi?

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Target document: joint20trilateral20statement20by20the20peoples20republic20of20china20the20kingdom20of20saudi20arabia.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
The statement was co-signed by Representative for the People's Republic of China Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the (CPC) Central Committee and Director of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee, Representative for th: Musaad bin Mohammed Al-Aiban, Minister of State,…
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What happened in Yemen's conflict after 2020?

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 4
Power-sharing agreements in 2020 and 2022 brought anti- Houthi forces together under a coalition. An STC offensive on ROYG-aligned forces in December 2025 and Saudi military intervention resulted in the STC’s dissolution and changes in the makeup of the ROYG’s eight-person Presidential Leadership Co…
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World Food Programme ending operations in northern Yemen

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 7
The World Food Programme (WFP) reportedly is ending its operations in Houthi-controlled northern Yemen given security risks and funding cuts. Counterterrorism Insecurity in Yemen creates opportunities for an estimated 2-3,000 Yemen-based Al Qaeda members, who UN monitors report maintain a “covert p…
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Do I need permission to use copyrighted material from a CRS Report?

fact-seeking
Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 12
However, as a CRS Report may include copyrighted images or material from a third party, you may need to obtain the permission of the copyright holder if you wish to copy or otherwise use copyrighted material. https://crsreports.congress.gov | IF12581 - VERSION 17 - UPDATED
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Saudi Arabia accusations against UAE regarding Yemen conflict

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 2
Saudi Arabia accused the United Arab Emirates of providing military support to the STC, and remaining UAE forces left Yemen. Yemen’s underlying conflict is unresolved. The Houthis pose enduring threats to shipping and to U.S. partners. Background and Key Stakeholders Long-running Yemeni disputes ove…
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Houthis control in northern Yemen and U.S. military actions

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 5
The Houthis continue to consolidate control in the north having demonstrated their capacity to threaten international shipping, Israel, and other regional states. The Trump Administration has taken military action against the Houthis and redesignated the group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FT…
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What is the role of the Congressional Research Service?

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 11
Policy Disclaimer This document was prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS). CRS serves as nonpartisan shared staff to congressional committees and Members of Congress. It operates solely at the behest of and under the direction of Congress. Information in a CRS Report should not be r…
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What led to the Houthi insurgency in Yemen?

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 3
In 20212, Arab Spring-era protests and unrest prompted the president of the Republic of Yemen Government (ROYG) to resign. A UN-mediated transition and national dialogue sought to broker new governing arrangements. The Houthi movement (alt. Ansar Allah or Partisans of God), a north Yemen-based Zaydi…
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What led to the Houthis' ceasefire and renewed attacks?

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
forces expanded strikes against the Houthis seeking to compel a lasting end to Houthi maritime attacks. The U.S. campaign ended under an agreement brokered by neighboring Oman in which the Houthis agreed to cease targeting U.S. vessels and the United States agreed to halt strikes on the Houthis. The…
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Yemen civil war and Houthi movement since 2015

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Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Congressional Research Service a = Informing the legislative debate since 1914 Updated February 20, 2026 Yemen: Conflict, Red Sea Security, and U.S. Policy Yemen is a conflict-afflicted nation along the strategic Bab al Mandab Strait, one of the world’s most active shipping lanes. Since 2015, a …
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What is the U.S. strategy regarding the Houthis in 2025?

summary-style
Target document: IF12581.17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 8
forces began a military campaign the Administration intended to compel the Houthis to end their attacks and eliminate their capability to threaten maritime CRS, using ACAPS, Humanitarian Access Overview, December 2025, ESRI, UN Panel of Experts, and U.S. State Department data. transit. The Houthis …
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What is Khamenei's concept of a resistance economy?

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 9
Iran’s leaders seek to mitigate the impact of sanctions through the development of what Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has termed a “resistance economy.” Khamenei has stated that Iran must reduce its dependence on external actors and “build the economy from within.” Some in Iran support reducing Iran’s…
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What sanctions has Congress enacted against Iran since 1992?

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 5
Congress authorized sanctions targeting Iran’s proliferation activities beginning in 1992 and, in 1996, enacted landmark legislation mandating the first Iran-related secondary sanctions, on foreign firms involved in the development of Iran’s oil resources (Iran has the world’s third largest proven o…
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What are the primary and secondary sanctions on Iran?

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 2
Primary and secondary sanctions may include blocking U.S.-based assets, prohibiting transactions with U.S. persons, limiting use of US. financial instruments, denying entry into the United States, and prosecuting sanctions violations and evasions. USS. sanctions on Iran are arguably the most extensi…
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history of U.S. sanctions on Iran

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 4
The Carter Administration initially imposed sanctions to press for the release of U.S. Embassy staff taken as hostages in 1979; the executive branch and Congress expanded U.S. sanctions in the 1980s and 1990s as U.S. policy interests evolved to include compelling Iran to cease its support of acts of…
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U.S. sanctions on Iran since 1979

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Congressional Research Service a = Informing the legislative debate since 1914 U.S. Sanctions on Iran Since the Iranian Revolution of 1979, the United States has used sanctions of various types as key tools of U.S. policy toward the government of Iran. The U.S. government uses sanctions to deter,…
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impact of sanctions on Iran's economy and government behavior

conceptual
Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
sanctions have adversely affected Iran’s economy but Iranian government behavior remains a threat to U.S. interests and those of partners including Israel. After the June 2025 Israel-Iran conflict and U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, President Donald Trump wrote he had been “working on th…
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sanctions legislation in the 119th Congress related to Iran

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 10
In the 119" Congress, Members have considered legislation to amend sanctions-related statutory authorities, including to alter the conditions under which the President may waive or lift sanctions on Iran (see, e.g., H.R. 2012 and H.R. 2570) and to authorize additional sanctions (see, e.g., H.R. 1422…
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Trump administration sanctions enforcement on Iran 2025

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 7
Some Members of Congress called for what they described as more robust sanctions enforcement, including through additional designations. Second Trump Administration Policy On February 4, 2025, President Trump signed a National Security Presidential Memorandum directing the imposition of maximum pre…
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U.S. Sanctions on Iran CRS report by Clayton Thomas

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 11
Clayton Thomas, Specialist in Middle Eastern Affairs 1F12452 https://crsreports.congress.gov U.S. Sanctions on Iran Disclaimer This document was prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS). CRS serves as nonpartisan shared staff to congressional committees and Members of Congress. It ope…
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what do US sanctions on Iran prohibit?

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Target document: IF12452.6.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 3
sanctions on Iran block Iranian government assets in the United States, ban nearly all U.S. trade with Iran, and prohibit foreign assistance and arms sales. U.S. law authorizes sanctions targeting e Iran’s energy sector, including foreign corporations that invest in it and entities that buy, sell, …
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What areas will GSMI 3.0 address?

fact-seeking
Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 15
It is critical that stakeholders, regulators, and legislators maintain an understanding of new developments, and thus GSMI 3.0 will likely address some of the aforementioned areas of focus.
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What consultations were issued in 2021 regarding stablecoins?

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
The increase in regulatory and policy attention has not necessarily been followed by concrete actions. Many public consultations have been issued in 2021, including from the FATF,? the UK HM Treasury (HMT),? the Bank of International Settlements (BIS),4 and Dubai Financial Services Authority.° A cle…
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What changes did HM Treasury make to the Money Laundering Regulations in 2021?

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 8
On July 22, 2021, HM Treasury released Amendments to the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on . the Payer) Regulations 2017 Statutory Instrument 2022, which included United 2018 MER: a chapter on the transfers of crypto assets. This will be an update to the Kin…
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China's cryptocurrency trading ban September 2021

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
On September 24, 2021, China issued a blanket ban on cryptocurrency trading,’ declaring all forms of digital asset transactions and financing as illegal activities that are strictly prohibited due to the risks to consumers. nthe U.S., SEC Chairman Gary Gensler has testified multiple times that the c…
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AU.S.TRAC talks on FATF Travel Rule for crypto assets 2021

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 4
On May 25th, 2021, the CEO of AU.S.TRAC announced that talks are underway to decide if the agency should implement the FATF Travel Rule Australia 2018 MER: for crypto asset exchanges. In August 2021, the Australian Department COMPLIANT of Home Affairs said it agrees with submissions from industry th…
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What are the innovative regulatory approaches in cryptocurrency?

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
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Regulators, including the FATF, have expressed concerns in addressing these risks across P2P platforms. INNOVATION: BARRIERS VS ENCOURAGEMENT The focus of this section is two-fold: Firstly, the bid for protection of consumers and market integrity may create barriers to innovation in the industry. …
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What countries have implemented regulatory sandboxes for blockchain and fintech?

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
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The government then extended its regulatory sandbox to include blockchain and crypto companies. The E.U. launched products and servi the introduction o Organizations and intelligence, and In The Financial Tech for startups, which February 2020, at Singapore created There are a series South K…
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Janet Yellen statement on cryptocurrencies and illicit financing

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Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen stated that cryptocurrencies were being used “mainly for illicit financing.’"® THE TRAVEL RULE The FATF published updated guidance for virtual assets (VAs) and VASPs in October 2021.'° For the FATF guidelines to function effectively, there needs to be complet…
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What is the Travel Rule according to the Monetary Authority of Singapore?

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
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The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) covers the Travel Rule in . 2019 MER: paragraph 13 of Notice PSNO2. This requires VASPs to prove ownership Singapore COMPLIANT of non-custodial wallets. The minimum threshold is not specified, but transactions under $1,500 SGD have a reduced set of requirem…
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What is the first Sharia-compliant cryptocurrency exchange in Bahrain?

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Target document: Summary-Crypto-and-DA-Regulation-GSMI-2.0.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 14
For example, Rain is the first cryptocurrency exchange in Bahrain to graduate from the regulator's sandbox and apply for a license and be compliant with Sharia law. The Shariah Compliance Certificate is issued by the Shariah Compliance Body, licensed by the Central Bank of Bahrain to be a Shariah co…
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FEPS IAI project Fostering a New Security Architecture

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FEPS works in close partnership with its members and partners, forging connections and boosting coherence among stakeholders from the world of politics, academia and civil society at local, regional, national, European and global levels. Paper produced in the framework of the FEPS-IAI project “Foste…
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What are the roles of Russia, EU, and China in the Middle East?

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Target document: iaip2023.pdf
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Russia might be willing to increase involvement, but its domestic economy is not sufficient to support this level of ambition. The EU sees the Middle East as its neighbourhood, but does not have sufficient resources to make changes in the region and is deeply divided internally on what course of act…
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China backs Russian proposal for Gulf security August 2019

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Gulf Maritime Proposal Not Military Coalition against Iran-Pentagon Official”, in Reuters, 18 July 2019, https://reut.rs/2Sp9xkV. 29 Sabahat Khan, “Europe to Operate Gulf Maritime Security Mission out of French Base in Abu Dhabi", in The Arab Weekly, 1 December 2019, https://thearabweekly.com/node/4…
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China and Middle East security challenges

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© 2020 FEPS-IAI ISSN 2610-9603 | ISBN 978-88-9368-143-8 IAI PAPERS 20 | 23 - AUGUST 2020 y 4 te Istituto Affari ye Internazionali China and Middle East Security Issues: Challenges, Perceptions and Positions by Jin Liangxiang FOUNDATION FOR EUROPEAN PROGRESSIVE STUDIES FONDATION EUROPEENNE D’E…
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Huawei's presence in Libya, Yemen, and Iraq

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The Chinese company Huawei stayed in Libya, Yemen and Iraq to maintain communication facilities even when other companies 20 Ma Xia and Song Caicen, “China-Egypt Suez Economic and Trade Cooperation Zone: New Oasis on ‘The Belt and Road” [in Chinese], in West Asia and Africa, No. 2 (2016), p. 109-12…
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The End of Pax Americana by Steven Simon and Jonathan Stevenson

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984-994 Steven Simon and Jonathan Stevenson, “The End of Pax Americana: Why Washington's Middle East Pullback Makes Sense", in Foreign Affairs, Vol. 94, No. 6 (November/December 2015), p. 2-10 Ribale Sleiman Haidar (ed.), “Saudi Arabia and Iran: Beyond Conflict and Coexistence”, in LSE Middle East…
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economic factors contributing to instability in the Middle East

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Target document: iaip2023.pdf
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© 2020 FEPS-IAI ISSN 2610-9603 | ISBN 978-88-9368-143-8 IAI PAPERS 20 | 23 - AUGUST 2020 China and Middle East Security Issues: Challenges, Perceptions and Positions 1.2 Instability due to economic factors A second set of risks and instability drivers relate to the socio-economic sphere, rangin…
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China's role in the Palestine-Israel conflict and oil imports

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Target document: iaip2023.pdf
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Calls by Palestinians, and those Arab countries sympathising with the Palestinian cause, for China to play a balancing role against the United States is one example. This request might be reasonable, but is not realistic. In a way, it is more an expression of frustration about the US-biased policy r…
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Why has the Middle East become a source of international terrorism?

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Target document: iaip2023.pdf
Target chunk: Page 20, index 35
39-55, https://doi.org/10.1142/S2377740017500014 Jin Liangxiang, “Why Has the Middle East Become the Sources of International Terrorism” [in Chinese], in Arab World Studies, Vol. 9, No. 5 (September 2016), p. 65- 76, http://en.mideast.shisu.edu.cn/7c/bc/c5650a97468/page.psp Sabahat Khan, “China Ba…
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China and Middle East security issues challenges perceptions positions

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Copyright © 2020 Foundation for European Progressive Studies (FEPS) and Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI). © 2020 FEPS-IAI ISSN 2610-9603 | ISBN 978-88-9368-143-8 IAI PAPERS 20 | 23 - AUGUST 2020 China and Middle East Security Issues: Challenges, Perceptions and Positions 1. The Middle East's…
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US military base changes in al-Raqqa and Deir Ezzor

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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Yes No | Presence meeeamn | Raqga | Yes No No No Yes Presence Brigade 93 Ragga Yes No |Yes | Yes No | Bresenee Sirin Base Aleppo Yes Yes Yes Yes No Russian Sabit Base Aleppo Yes No No Yes No Empty Bnassaniya Aleppo | Yes No No No Yes Presence Nuaimiya Aleppo | Yes No Yes No No Presence However, du…
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US forces withdrawal from 9 prominent military bases in Syria

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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At that time, US forc- es were stationed at more than 13 points in al-Raqqa province and northwestern Aleppo province, but the most prominent withdraw- al of US forces was from 9 bases that were considered the most prominent at that time according to the following criteria: 1. The size of the milit…
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US military presence changes in northeastern Syria 2019 to 2021

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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Prevent Iran from using its soft power method/tactics to expand in north- eastern Syria. 4. Prevent Russia from expanding fur- ther in northeastern Syria, and block Russian attempts to create some sort of military cooperation between the YPG/SDF and Russia/regime. 5. Monitor oil production in YPG/SD…
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Turkey military action against YPG/SDF and Russian advances in Deir Ezzor

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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And Turkey's constant messages to take military action against the YPG/SDF, as well as Rus- sian advances along the M-4 road and lines of contact with the YPG/SDF in Deir Ezzor in the hope of creating a Russian presence, even if it is limited to the YPG/SDF areas in Deir Ezzor. www.orsam.org.tr| 9 …
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US military presence changes in northeastern Syria

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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Changes in the US presence and objectives in Syria Size Increase Ratio Base Known Name New Runway Size Province Increase Defense Improvements Runway Improvement HQ/OR Oil/Gas Shadadi Base Yes Hasakah_ | Yes 89% - Yes Yes No Rumelan Base Hasakah Yes 54% - Yes Yes Yes Yes Tall Baydar…
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What is the US approach to humanitarian aid in Syria?

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2. Ensure that humanitari- an aid continues to reach Syria. 3. Maintaining the cease- fire agreements be- tween the YPG/SDF and the SNA. Comparing the announced US objectives with the devel- opments regarding the US military influence and areas of interest in Syria, can limit or define the current U…
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Russia's military presence in northeastern Syria after US withdrawal

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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The Russian tem on al-Tabqa and ex- pand the runway in Sirin, aiming to draw set the main border of their area of interest there. military presence in the southern province of al-Raqqa, the northeastern prov- ince of Aleppo, and the southwestern province of al-Hasakah occurred only after the withdr…
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US forces actions against Russian military in November 2021

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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In the first week of November 2021, US forc- es prevented Russian forces from holding 6 | policy brief 201 a joint military maneuver with regime forc- es in southern Tal Tamr after the Russians conducted a similar military maneuver near Ayn Issa in Raqqa province. On November 19, 2021, US forces a…
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US presence and objectives in Syria January 2022

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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PD (iacogu Arastirmatan Merkezi ORSAM bugil gall eplalyss 3S Center for Middle Eastern Studies POLICY BRIEF JANUARY 2022 CHANGES IN THE US PRESENCE AND OBJECTIVES IN SYRIA NAVVAR SABAN INTRODUCTION hrough three successive White House administrations, the US linked its presence in Syria to the …
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Russian military maneuvers in 2021 along the M-4 road

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Target document: changes-in-the-us-presence-and-objectives-in-syria.pdf
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The year 2021 also wit- nessed a noticeable increase in Russian military maneuvers Russia is aiming to impose anew reality of control on the ground that would force the US 2021 witnessed a maneuvers along the M-4 road in the area between al-Raqqa and al- Hasakah. www.orsam.org.tr | noticeable in…
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key issues in regional politics besides Iraq

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
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Other than Iraq, the two major issues that dominated regional politics were the Arab-Israeli conflict and the rise of Iran. On both of these issues, regional actors were divided, but not along sectarian lines. Khomeini’s old ties with the Sunni Muslim Brotherhood continued to influence geopolitics. …
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What might influence future Middle Eastern geopolitics?

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
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No one knows for sure when, or how it will end. It could last for years, or only a few more months. Nevertheless, one day it will end. The question observers of the Middle East need to ask is what will happen next. Are the scars of the conflict too deep to heal? In that case, sectarianism could shap…
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contact information for FPRI in Philadelphia

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 18
FPRI, 1528 Walnut Street, Suite 610, Philadelphia, PA 19102-3684 For more information, contact Eli Gilman at 215-732-3774, ext. 255, email fpri@fpri.org, or visit us at www.fpri.org.
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What did senior officials know about Sunni and Shi'i groups?

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
Remarkably senior officials and lawmakers — including the Chief of the F.B.I.’s national security branch, and members of the U.S. House of Representatives’ committees on intelligence and counter terrorism — had “no clue” whether actors such as Iran, Hezbollah, or al-Qaida were Sunnis or Shi‘is.! A n…
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history of Sunni and Shi'i populations in the Middle East

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 6
The locations of Sunnis and Shi‘is have shifted dramatically over time. The medieval Fatimid Empire, for example, was based in Egypt, which today has almost no Shi‘is. Iranians were mostly Sunni until the arrival of the Safavid Empire in 1501, which encouraged their conversion to Shi‘ism. The Shi‘is…
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impact of the 2003 invasion of Iraq on Sunni-Shi'i relations

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 10
THE GEOPOLITICS OF SUNNI-SHI‘I RELATIONS TODAY The current wave of sectarian tensions in the Middle East was inaugurated by the American-led invasion of Iraq in 2003. Saddam Hussein was a Sunni Arab, but Iraq was then, and remains today, a majority Shi‘i state. Geographically, Iraq links several of…
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How does sectarianism affect future geopolitics in the Middle East?

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 17
As dissatisfying as it sounds, the best conclusion one could draw is that sectarianism may, but will not necessarily, shape future geopolitics in the region. Either way, all eyes need to be on Syria. The ramifications of the conflict there will provide the best indicator of future regional alignment…
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Shi‘i areas in the former Ottoman Empire

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 7
Tellingly, many of the Shi‘i areas of the former Ottoman Empire were found in geographically isolated territories or in border regions, which allowed them to resist homogenizing imperial trends. Thus, today, Arab Shi‘is are found in the mountainous terrains of northern Yemen and southern Lebanon as …
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Ayatollah Khomeini's policy of takrib in Iran

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It is difficult to imagine such a career would be possible in a political climate defined by sectarian conflict. Another example of sectarian ecumenism comes from an unlikely source — revolutionary Iran. Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini was clearly a Shi‘i leader. The revolution that brought him to power…
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What are the differences between Sunnis and Shi‘is?

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Target document: f_0032538_26463.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 2
Accordingly, this brief essay will attempt to answer the who, what, and where of Sunni-Shi‘i relations and attempt to address the extent to which any of this matters for the geopolitics of the Middle East today. WHO ARE SUNNIS AND SHI‘IS? Sunnism and Shi‘ism are the two most important sects in Islam…
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books about Russia and international conflict management

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Target document: 10.33458-uidergisi.1602268-4470771.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 5
However, this book will attract the attention of readers interested in Russia, geopolitics, international conflict management, and conflict resolution. 109
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How does Russia view the US-led unipolar structure?

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Target document: 10.33458-uidergisi.1602268-4470771.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
Russia perceives that the United States (US)-led unipolar structure of the international system has diminished its global influence and poses a threat to its geostrategic interests (p. 57, 71). Therefore, Russia believes it is necessary to strengthen its position and establish a set of rules for a m…
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what drives Russian power politics according to the author

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Target document: 10.33458-uidergisi.1602268-4470771.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
The author analyzes three key variables to understand what drives Russian power politics: attribution, willingness, and capability. He examines the identity factor regarding attribution, the opportunity factor regarding willingness, and the cost factor regarding capability. The author examines two h…
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Russia's role in the Syrian conflict from 2011 to 2014

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Target document: 10.33458-uidergisi.1602268-4470771.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
Chapter three examines the period between 2011 and 2014, focusing on the involvement of various regional and international actors in the Syrian conflict. The chapter highlights that Russia capitalized on America’s lack of clear policy in Syria. Russia aimed to take on the responsibilities associated…
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how is the GCC affected by the Israel-Palestine war?

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
Target chunk: Page 17, index 29
There is no denying the fact that the GCC is facing a complex set of internal obstacles, namely that the two Gulf heavyweights are at odds with each other on various issues. This geostrategic rivalry can potentially harm the stability of the region and is a bane for intra-GCC cooperation. Moreover, …
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UAE response to OPEC production pact extension

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 9
UAE rebuffs plan by OPEC, Saudi Arabia to extend production pact (2021). Al Jazeera, https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2021/7/4/uae-rebuffs-plan-by-opec-allies-to-extend-production- pact Electronic Journal of Social and Strategic Studies Volume 5 Issue 1 Date of publication: 31 May 2024 Apr-May 2024…
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how did Gulf states' perceptions of Iran change over time?

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
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At this juncture, the Gulf’s threat perception of Iran evidently triumphed over the concerns of a potential hegemony of Saudi Arabia within the organization (Buzan, 2019; Ehteshami, 2011). However, in the years to come, the region witnessed a shift in Qatar’s regional geopolitical perceptions, which…
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What role did Riyadh play in the al-Ula summit?

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 23
Hence, Riyadh was the main agent of the al-Ula summit that culminated in lifting up the Qatari blockade (Cafiero, 2022). 6. Impact of External Forces in the Gulf Region The Red Sea, Arabian Peninsula, and Persian Gulf region’s strategic primacy echoes out loud, as external powers have always found…
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How did the UAE and Saudi Arabia differ in Yemen?

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 5
For instance, in Yemen, this partnership dramatically transformed into a competitive quest for influence as the UAE attacked Yemeni governmental forces to back its southern separatist allies. Starting on similar lines, the two sides opted for diverging policies, priorities, and approaches within the…
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What is the impact of Saudi Arabia's rivalry with the UAE?

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 7
However, forging strong economic ties with the US and being a major importer of US weaponry, US-UAE ties remain on a strong footing (Dunne, 2023). Moreover, Saudi Arabia’s reluctance to renounce its dominance is affecting the cohesion of the organization, hindering integration between the organizati…
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UAE Saudi Arabia Bahrain ambassadors withdrew from Qatar

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In 2014, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain withdrew their ambassadors in protest at new Qatari emir Tamim bin Hamad AI Thani’s status -quo challenging foreign policy approach. In response to this, Qatar did make some concessions, such as evicting a few members of the Muslim Brotherhood from Doha an…
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UAE's independent foreign policy and competition with Saudi Arabia

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Appearing as a threat to Saudi Arabia’s ambitions and dominance in the region, the competition over potential leadership status has been the key driver of the UAE’s assertive and independent foreign policy. Electronic Journal of Social and Strategic Studies Volume 5 Issue 1 Date of publication: 31 …
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impact of visa abolition on Iran Georgia trade 2010

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Target document: 2903-1454495626.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 19
Agreement on Trade Cooperation between the gov- ernment of Georgia and the government of the Islamic Re- public of Iran. Economic Aspects of Cooperation between Georgia and Tran It could be fruitful to emphasize that after abolition of the visa regime between Iran and Georgia in 2010, Iranian inves…
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What countries border Iran?

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Target chunk: Page 1, index 2
Iran is bordered by Armenia, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan to the north. As Iran is a lit- toral state of the Caspian Sea, which is an inland sea, Ka- zakhstan and Russia are also Iran’s neighbors to the North. From the Eastern side, the neighbors of Iran are Afghani- stan and Pakistan, on the south i…
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Caspian Oil Projects and Transit Role of Georgia

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Target document: 2903-1454495626.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 23
Foreign Pol- icy. Winter, No. 135 Brzezinski, Zbigniev. (1997) The Grand Chessboard. Washing- ton. Campbell, C. J. (1999) The Golden Century of Oil: 1950-2050. Kluwer Academic Publishers, Dordrecht Chaudhary K.A. (1997) The Price of Wealth, Cornell University Press, London Chitadze Nika. (May, 20…
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history of ancient Iran and its dynasties

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Target document: 2903-1454495626.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
Nika CHITADZE Journal of Social Sciences, 1(2):5-12,2012 ISSN:2233-3878 leum reserves (Chitadze, 2011. P. 399). Iran, with its long history, is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations. The first dynasty on the modern territo- ry of Iran was formed in 2800 BC under Elamite kingdom. The Irani…
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What are Iran's goals in the Caucasus region?

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Target chunk: Page 4, index 13
The aim of Iran in the Caucasus is to provide a stake in Caspian oil and gas resources and become the main tran- sit country. That is why Iran is interested in economic and political stability in the Caucasus and the legitimization of local regimes in order to have long-term partners, because all Tr…
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What is Iran's foreign policy focus regarding relationships?

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Target document: 2903-1454495626.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 5
Shia Islam is an official religion and Persian is an official language. Foreign policy of Iran refers to inter-governmental relationships between Iran and other countries. The Islamic Republic of Iran accords priority to its relations with other states in the region and with the rest of the world. T…
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The Economic Consequences of the Persian Gulf War Kanovsky 1992

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(1998) The Middle East and Development in a Chang- ing World, The American University Press, Cairo Kanovsky, E (1992) The Economic Consequences of the Persian Gulf War: Accelerating OPEC’s Demise, Washington Insti- tute for Near East Policy, Washington D.C. Khadegah, .O.N. (1998) The Human Recours…
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The Price of Middle East Oil by W.A. Leeman

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Target document: 2903-1454495626.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 26
‘World Oil’ Leeman, W.A (1962) The Price of Middle East Oil, Cornell Uni- versity Press, New York Licklider, R. (1988) Political Power and the Arab Oil Weapon, University of California Press. London OPEC Press Release, OPEC Annual Report 1997 OPEC. VINE Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Cou…
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What does the US-Ukraine Agreement say about security backing?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 7
It explicitly supports Ukraine’s long-term peace, sovereignty, resilience, reconstruction and modernisation. In doing so, the Agreement effectively aligns Ukraine’s recovery, sovereignty and stability with US strategic and commercial interests — a pragmatic and timely way to engage the current US ad…
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What are the implications of the Agreement for Ukraine's subsoil resources?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 6
That’s why expectations for short-term profits from the Agreement, which even Trump has alluded to, are misplaced. The initiative will only be successful if there is sustained political and territorial stability and peace in Ukraine, as well as significant financial investment and a longer time hori…
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What is necessary for the Agreement's success?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 14
And ultimately, the Agreement’s success depends on one fundamental condition: a lasting peace and full Ukrainian control over its territory. CEPS Place du Congres 1 B-1000 Brussels
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how does the Agreement support Ukraine's EU membership?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
The Annex further clarifies that if Ukraine later takes on additional obligations as part of its EU accession that may affect the Agreement, both parties will consult and negotiate in good faith to make necessary adjustments. In doing so, the Agreement reinforces Ukraine’s pathway towards EU members…
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What is the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
As illustrated by the Agreement’s name, at its heart is the creation of a United States— Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund. This would likely be a limited partnership between the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and Ukraine’s Public-Private Partnership Agency. In the spi…
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What are the geopolitical implications of the Agreement for Ukraine?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 11
Thus, the Agreement is not only an economic commitment, but also a geopolitical rebuke of Russia’s aims and provides reassurance of the US’ continued support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and security. CONCLUSIONS Overall, the Agreement is more than a business deal — it yields significant…
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What are the benefits of the Agreement for the EU and Ukraine?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 12
While immediate profits are unlikely due to the time and monetary resources needed for extraction to start, the Agreement lays the groundwork for long-term gains — for both the US and for Ukraine. For the EU, the Agreement brings indirect yet still significant benefits. First, it endorses Ukraine’s …
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How can Ukraine reduce US reliance on Chinese supply chains?

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Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 8
Still, as the US seeks to reduce its reliance on Chinese supply chains for critical raw materials, this Agreement positions Ukraine as a potential alternative. While China doesn’t control most of the world’s reserves of critical raw materials, it does dominate their processing and refining, controll…
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younger investors tend to hold more crypto-assets

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Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
Evidence also suggests that holders of crypto-assets tend to be younger and less experienced in financial markets than holders of traditional financial investments (ASIC, 2022;12;; OECD, 2023,4)). For example, in Australia, a 2022 study showed that investors who started to invest in 2020 were more t…
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how to improve digital financial literacy for crypto-asset users

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Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 12
IMPROVING THE DIGITAL FINANCIAL LITERACY OF CRYPTO-ASSET USERS © OECD 2025 |7 References Almeida, J. and T. Goncalves (2023), “A systematic literature review of investor behavior in [22] the cryptocurrency markets”, Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Finance, Vol. 37, p. 100785, https://doi.or…
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Investor Bulletin on Technology and Digital Finance 2024 SEC

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Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 18
Securities and Exchange Commission (2024), Investor Bulletin: Technology and Digital [6] Finance, https:/Awww.investor.gov/introduction-investing/general-resources/news- alerts/alerts-bulletins/investor-bulletins/technology-and-digital-finance-world-investor-week- 2024-investor-bulletin (accessed on…
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Italy's CONSOB initiative for crypto-assets education

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Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 7
In Italy, the Italian Companies and Exchange Commission (CONSOB) developed a financial literacy initiative on crypto-assets The moment is cri(p)tic, part of CONSOB’s edutainment programme mixing theatre play and education. In Portugal, the central bank published several videos on its YouTube channe…
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how digital financial literacy relates to crypto-assets

conceptual
Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 11
Digital financial literacy can help individuals understand the characteristics, opportunities and risks of crypto-assets. Policy makers, regulators and other stakeholders should explicitly address crypto-assets as part of broader financial literacy policies and initiatives. Policy makers and other s…
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financial competencies for making decisions about crypto-assets

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Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 8
These competence frameworks promote a shared understanding of the financial competencies adults need to make sound decisions when it comes to crypto-assets, and should inform the design of public policies, financial literacy programmes and educational materials. Table 1. Financial literacy competen…
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Financial competence framework for children and youth 2023

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Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 14
European Union/OECD (2023), Financial competence framework for children and youth in the [30] European Union, https://doi.org/10.2874/297346. European Union/OECD (2022), “Financial competence framework for adults in the European [29] Union”, https://www.oecd.org/finance/financial-competence-framewor…
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effects of financial literacy on cryptocurrency investments

fact-seeking
Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 15
Zhangxin (2023), “The fear of missing out on cryptocurrency _‘[21] and stock investments: Direct and indirect effects of financial literacy and risk tolerance”, Journal of Financial Literacy and Wellbeing, Vol. 1, pp. 103-137, https://doi.org/10.1017/flw.2023.6. Hayashi, F. and A. Routh (2024), “Fin…
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how does voter-annulment industry affect elections

fact-seeking
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 24
312 revista tempo do mundo | rtm | v. 5 | n. 1 | jan. 2019 states, there was a voter-annulment industry based on claims to combat electoral frauds, which avoided registration of potential inconvenient groups, such as the young, blacks or latinos). Finally, there were other tactics, such as making v…
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what percentage of small entrepreneurs are white?

fact-seeking
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 7
For example, there are about seventeen million small business owners, who do not have college degree. By 2016, a National Small Business Association survey showed that 86% of small enrepreneurs were white and 92% vote regularly in national elections. They are almost a permanent electorate, with very…
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Trump's rise and public interest according to Troyjo

fact-seeking
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 19
Available in: <https://twitter.com/giocondabrasil/status/789235076668264448>. 310 revista tempo do mundo | rtm | v. 5 | n. 1 | jan. 2019 University. After framing Trump in the show-business dimension, he declared: “Donald Trump’s rise is not in the public interest, but surely attracts the public’s …
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Dark money: the hidden history of the billionaires behind the rise of the radical right

direct
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 31
The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2018. Disopnivel em: <https://www.theatlantic.com/ science/archive/2018/04/existential-anxiety-not-poverty-motivates-trump- support/558674/>. MAYER, J. Dark money: the hidden history of the billionaires behind the rise of the radical right, United States: Doubleday, 2016. ROSSI…
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the white working class most pessimistic group in America

direct
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 32
Donald Trump’s voters and the decline of American manufacturing. Issues in Science and Technology, v. 32, n. 4, 2016. BROWNSTEIN, R. The white working class: the most pessimistic group in America. The Atlantic, 27 May 2011. Disponivel em: <https://www.theatlantic. com/politics/archive/2011/05/the-wh…
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What are the participation rates in local elections?

fact-seeking
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 4
Local elections have an average of 20% to 30% of participation and more than 70% of abstention. Data indicates clearly that lower income people, the youth and ethnic minorities have the largest abstention rates. These are precisely the social segments that should do it the least since they must defe…
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Brazilian media's coverage of the American elections

fact-seeking
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 18
Both news programs and “opinion columns” always showed (before the election and afterwards) a remarkable exercise of confusion between desire and reality. A reporter for the Globo network, the country’s largest info-entertainment chain, published a tweet that sparked a stir among the editors: “In Br…
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Brazilian media perception of the American electoral system

fact-seeking
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 22
The same phenomenon was observed during the dispute between Al Gore and Bush Jr. at the beginning of the millennium. The fact that the Brazilian media doubting the American electoral system shows incomprehension of the US federal system, quite different from the one existing in Brazil. It also shows…
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Mohammad bin Salman discourse design evolution

direct
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 16
Within the Self-Other representation, Mohammad subtly shows how discourse design has evolved from state-to-state to leader-to-leader, starting with Mohammad bin Salman. These discourses, aimed not only at praising the Self or denigrating the Other but also at asserting leadership superiority and gar…
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How has Saudi Arabia consolidated power in Iraq's politics?

fact-seeking
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 4
By advancing the transnational relationship with the Kurdish Regional Administration and the Popular Mobilization Force, it has also consolidated its power in Iraq’s politics. Mabon underscores pivotal events, including the election of Haider al-Abadi as the prime minister of Iraq, the defeat of Dae…
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books on Iran and Saudi Arabia rivalry

direct
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 19
Analyzing foreign participation in a political setting necessitates insight into the state’s role in the transnational landscape and the structural composition of the political field. This review ultimately aims to evaluate three recently written books on the rivalry and conflict between Iran and Sa…
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how does Mohammad's book explore the Iran-Saudi rivalry?

summary-style
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 20
Lastly, Mohammad’s book meticulously presents the capability of discourses to explore the representation of the Other in the Iran-Saudi rivalry, by investigating not only the speeches of political elites but also newspapers’ editorials and clergies’ Friday sermons, demonstrating that the rivalry is …
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What is Operation Decisive Storm in Yemen?

summary-style
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 7
For Saudi Arabia, the Wahhabism and its extremist understanding undermines its soft power. 2 Yemeni President Mansur Hadi formally asked for the assistance of the UN Security Council on March 25, 2015, in response to the threat posed by the Iran-backed Houthi militia advancing toward Aden. Subsequen…
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what are the five key strategies for conflict resolution proposed by Fraihat?

fact-seeking
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 6
Furthermore, he proposes the establishment of peace zones as a mechanism for managing the conflict, albeit hindered by external interventions in regional politics. Fraihat delineates five key strategies for conflict resolution: rebalancing regional order, reforming conflict strategies, mediation, tr…
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Iran's political influence in Syria and Hezbollah's role

fact-seeking
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 17
Mabon elucidates the intricate nature of rivalry dynamics in these regions, suggesting enduring uncertainty for both parties. Furthermore, Iran’s political foothold in Syria and its association with Hezbollah in Lebanon are noted as pivotal factors. In Mohammad’s book, discourse analysis reveals his…
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Who could mediate Iraq's political independence from Iran and Saudi Arabia?

fact-seeking
Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 14
Although Iraq shares common grounds for rapprochement of both countries, the political dynamics and both countries’ ambition to seek dominance in Iraq’s politics does not leave too much room for this option. However, as Fraihat has argued, this might be possible in the future if the political enviro…
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Overview of China-Iran relations and impact on Central Asia

direct
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Asya Arastirmalari Dergisi / Say1: 1 / Cilt: 6 / ISSN: 2667-6419 Celik, Yavuz. (2022). “An Overview of China-Iran Relations and Its Impact on Central Asia”. Asya Arastirmalari Uluslararasi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi. 6 (1), 103-114. Arastirma Makalesi AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPAC…
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How do regional powers react to China's Belt and Road Initiative?

fact-seeking
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 17
It will also be examined how regional powers, such as Russia’s Eurasian Economic Union, have reacted to this program (EEV). Central Asia's political significance for China is undeniable, both in international relations and the BRI. The rivalry between Russia, China, the United States, Iran, India, a…
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Iran's role in China's trade and regional geopolitics

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Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 10
Although Iran is not a single factor in China's trade, it is a significant factor for the region in the context of China-Iran bilateral and multilateral relations (Schiek, 2017 27). The collapse of the Soviet Union and the formation of new republics resulted in significant and complicated structural…
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What is the significance of Central Asia in China-Iran relations?

summary-style
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 14
Political and Geo-Strategical Significance of Central Asia in The Context of China-Iran Relations According to some indicators, Central Asia has been a critical place where major players connect, collaborate, and compete. China, Russia, the United States, Europe, and NATO are stakeholders. In addit…
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how have US-Iran tensions affected Iran-China relations?

conceptual
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 7
Such development significantly altered Iran's and China's security environments and foreign policy agendas. In the post-Cold War unipolar world, continued tension between Tehran and Washington, as well as the perpetuation — and at times exacerbation — of the U.S. threat against Iran's national secur…
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Iran's cautious regional political and economic policies

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Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 16
Iran’s regional political and economic policies have been unusually cautious. On a political level, Iran has been wary of confirming worries raised in the West and Russia that Tehran is attempting to drive the republics toward extremist Islam. Iran's economic activities and achievements have been mi…
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China's Belt and Road Initiative and Central Asia cooperation

direct
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 37
“Movement on the Silk Road: China’s Belt and Road Initiative as an Incentive for Intergovernmental Cooperation and Reforms at Central Asia’s Borders.” Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik. RP 12, 1-33. Shariatinia, Mohsen. (2011). “Iran-China Relations: An Overview of Critical Factors.” Iranian Review …
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China's $400 billion investment in Iran over two decades

direct
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 29
sanctions and signed mentioned cooperation agreements to strengthen their long-standing alliance, mainly economic and political. As mentioned, China has pledged to invest 400 billion dollars in Iran over more than two decades in a deal that could see China’s economic influence (Tiezzi, 2021). The BR…
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How does Chinese influence affect Iran-US relations?

conceptual
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 22
A decision on whether to increase its relations with lran or cooperate with the US will likely rely on how the US acts regarding China. Iran is just one part of China’s larger interests in the Middle East, and Chinese influence in the region faces some hard limits. China has to balance its relations…
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China's military support to Iran during the Iran-Iraq War

fact-seeking
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 12
Given that trade between the EU and Iran has decreased, there appears to be few alternatives but to forge closer links with China and Russia. However, due to opposing opinions in the country, it does not seem likely that Iran will fall completely under China's orbit, at least in the near future. Sec…
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How does China aim to dominate Asia?

fact-seeking
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 20
China is aware that it cannot dominate the world at once; instead, it is aiming to achieve dominance over Asia primarily, with the strong partnership with Iran serving as a part of its increasing equities in the Middle East. Strengthened Iran-China relations may have tangible effects on the geopolit…
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What are the implications of China-Iran relations for the US?

summary-style
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
CSAG Strategy Paper 20 May 2024 Prospects and Complexities of China-Iran Relations, Implications for the US, and Regional & Global Repercussions MAJ Ibrahim ELVEREN, TUR ARMY (CSAG/CCJ5) The opinions and conclusions expressed herein are those of a number of international officers within the Combi…
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China's humanitarian initiatives in the UAE

direct
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 21
China has also been collaborating in strengthening local cyber strategies with the UAE. Finally, China has advanced its soft power projection in the region with several humanitarian initiatives, recognizing that soft power is essential for its status as a great power. Such initiatives include medica…
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How does China's involvement affect Iran's infrastructure projects?

summary-style
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 7
China is actively involved in various infrastructure projects in Iran, including the development of ports, railways, and energy facilities. In this context, Chinese investments contribute to Iran's economic development and helps build critical infrastructure. Perhaps China's greatest importance to I…
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How can the US provide alternatives to Chinese initiatives?

fact-seeking
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 19
The US could provide its partners in the region with viable alternatives to Chinese initiatives, avoiding a confrontational approach towards China’s role in the region while establishing itself as a more dependable partner, improving relationships with countries in the region.“ The China-lran “Comp…
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How does China benefit from strong relations with Iran?

fact-seeking
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 6
By maintaining strong relations with Iran, China can increase its diplomatic influence in the region and participate in regional affairs (e.g. the China-brokered renormalization deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia‘). Finally, as China seeks to diversify its economic and geopolitical partnerships, str…
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How does Lebanese Hezbollah threaten Saudi Arabia?

fact-seeking
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 47, index 69
155 Chipman and Staff, 8. 156 Chipman and Staff, 8. 34 that impact Saudi Arabia, the following primary examples of Iranian-backed third parties demonstrate the Axis’ external threat to Saudi Arabia’s regional security: Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in the Gaza Strip, and the Houthis in Yemen. (1) Leb…
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What are the barriers to Saudi-Israel normalization?

summary-style
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 84, index 120
influence has been on promoting cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Israel over the last two decades, short of normalization. Chapter IV then analyzed hypothetical conditions that would further or inhibit cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Israel, based on Saudi leadership statements and ongoing …
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Israel's relations with Gulf states security regime

direct
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 91, index 137
“Israel’s Relations with the Gulf States: Toward the Emergence of a Tacit Security Regime?” Contemporary Security Policy 38, no. 3 (September 2, 2017): 398-419. https://doi.org/10.1080/13523260.2017.1292375. Kelley, Robert E. “Why Is Iran Producing 60 per Cent-Enriched Uranium? | SIPRI.” Stockholm I…
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how does the US influence Saudi Arabia and Israel relations?

conceptual
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 70, index 101
withdraws its support to Saudi’s war in Yemen, and distances itself both politically and militarily with Saudi Arabia, the consequences could be similar to Saudi and Israel’s response to the Obama administration’s disaffection with Saudi Arabia. Saudi and Israel could continue to cooperate on narrow…
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Saudi Arabia's relationship with the United States and regional security

summary-style
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 60, index 89
administration policy on Saudi.227 Even if the next administration mends any potential bad blood between the United States and Saudi from the Biden administration, an unpredictable and vacillating relationship with the United States is not compatible with Saudi’s regional security objectives. 223 A…
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impact of US abandonment on Saudi-Israel relations

fact-seeking
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 79, index 113
actors, making this course of action a wild card. With all other factors constant, U.S. abandonment of Saudi could further push Saudi towards Israel in a realist balance-of-power scramble against Iran. Alternatively, it could inspire a Saudi nuclear program or normalization of relations with Iran th…
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Saudi Arabia's nuclear program as a response to Iran

conceptual
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 72, index 104
withdrawal from JCPOA, the agreement only stalled Iran’s nuclear program for 15 years.26! Saudi Arabia had already planned to pursue a latent nuclear weapons capacity as part of its longer term nuclear hedging strategy against Iran.262 Saudi framed the nuclear program investment as part of a peacefu…
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Netanyahu anti-Iran conspirators Twitter June 3 2021

direct
Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 94, index 146
“Netanyahu Has Joined the Disgraceful Journey of His Anti-Iran Co- Conspirators.” Twitter, June 3, 2021. https://twitter.com/JZarif/status/1400495 114737360901. . “Palestine Is a Yardstick for Justice. Few Measure Up.” Twitter, May 6, 2021. https://twitter.com/JZarif/status/1390240803247861 762. Zil…
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Trump's military budget increase for 2019

direct
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 23
Fifth, seeking the support of the military and trying to boost economic growth on the basis of government-generated demand, Trump is aggressively expanding the military budget. The expected $716 billion figure for 2019 would increase Pentagon spending by more than 7% over the 2018 budget, and by mor…
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who are the elites supporting Trump

fact-seeking
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 16, index 26
Andrei KOROBKOV that includes leftist populist groups, the traditional liberal establishment, and hardcore right-wing politicians in order to discredit Trump's policies, turn public opinion against him, prevent the revision of the U.S. geopolitical priorities, and create a general feeling of instab…
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Trump's 2019 military expenditures request of $716 billion

direct
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 20, index 35
Second, the very length of the listing and its all-inclusive character made many observers believe that the administration once again wants to put a brake on the sanctions. 18 Greg Jaffe and Damian Paletta, “Trump Plans to Ask for $716 Billion for National Defense in Mili- tary Expenditures in 2019 …
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What is a uni-multipolar world according to Huntington?

summary-style
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 19, index 31
See: “A Uni-Multipolar World,” AEI Letter, 1 July 1998, http://www.aei. org/publication/a-uni-multipolar-world/print/ (Accessed 1 June 2018). According to Huntington, “A unipolar world is one in which a single state acting unilaterally with little or no cooperation from other states can effectively …
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China and India could surpass U.S. economy by 2050

direct
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 14
Even more important were the economic projections of that time, indicating that due to their faster rates of economic growth (respectively 6.7% and 6.6% in 2016 compared to the U.S.’ 1.6%), the size of both China’s and India’s economies could exceed that of the U.S. within the first half of the curr…
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How is the media campaign against Trump affecting U.S. security?

fact-seeking
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 18, index 30
The current elite media campaign, aimed to a large extent against Trump, not Russia, creates a distorted virtual picture of the world that is completely separated from reality. Especially dangerous is the fact that its foreign policy results are essentially opposite to the desired ones: they push th…
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How are the U.S. and Russia adjusting to shifting global power?

fact-seeking
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 18, index 29
Libya, Syria, and recently, Ukraine, the Europeans are further worsening their future prospects. Meanwhile, for the two “continental” members of the world system, the U.S. and Russia, for all the differences in their economic and political structures and the gap of the economic and conventional mili…
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How did the concept of globalization relate to Western imperialism?

conceptual
Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 4
Again, as it happened already in 1492 (the starting point of European colonialism and worldwide domination) and 1878 (the Congress of Berlin’s declaration of Western entitlement to the “uncivilized” territories), the former West has unilaterally taken upon itself the ‘civilizing’ mission. In the eco…
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What are the contributions outlined in the LP Agreement?

summary-style
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
The location of the bank accounts of the Partnership will be as determined in the LP Agreement. Article VI: Contributions to the Partnership Each Party plans to make contributions to the Partnership in accordance with the terms of the LP Agreement. In exchange for the initial issuance of partnershi…
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What is the LP Agreement for the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund?

summary-style
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
Partner, the “Principals” or the “Limited Partners” or the “Partners”), conclude an agreement, which may be amended from time to time in accordance with its terms (the “LP Agreement”) to establish the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund in the form ofa limited partnership (the “Pa…
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What are Ukraine's EU obligations as of the agreement's signing?

fact-seeking
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 9
“Ukraine EU Obligations” means existing international obligations of Ukraine to the European Union (EU) in force as of the signing of this Agreement related to Ukraine’s accession to the European Union, including those obligations contained in the Association Agreement between the European Union and…
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Will the Ukraine Partner be subject to US federal income tax?

fact-seeking
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
Given that the Partnership will invest in projects within Ukraine, the Government of the United States of America expects that the Ukraine Partner will not be subject to United States federal income tax or withholdings (including backup withholding) with respect to the Partnership’s revenue, earning…
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What are the conditions for this Agreement to enter into force?

summary-style
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 7
When so agreed and approved in accordance with the legal requirements of each Party, an amendment shall constitute an integral part of this Agreement and shall enter into force on such date as the Parties may agree. Article XI: Entry into Force and Termination 1. ‘This Agreement shall enter into fo…
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What is the objective of the US-Ukraine Agreement?

summary-style
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
Article III: Objective of the Agreement It is the objective of this Agreement and the policy of the Parties to further economic cooperation between the Parties, which will be facilitated by the _LP Agreement. This Agreement strengthens the strategic partnership between the Parties for the long-term…
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What does the term 'Dollars' mean in the context of Ukraine's economy?

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Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 8
Bessent Ukraine — Minister of Economy of Secretary of the Treasury Ukraine Appendix A: Definitions “Dollars” means the lawful currency of the United States of America. “Effective Date” means either the date on which this Agreement enters into force or the date on which the LP Agreement becomes effe…
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Agreement between the US and Ukraine on Reconstruction Investment Fund

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Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America on the Establishment of a United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund WHEREAS, the United States of America has provided significant financial and material support to Ukraine since Russia’s full…
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China's cautious engagement with new Syrian leadership

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Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
GPW (iadogu Arastirmatan Merkezi ORSAM Lug iil gall sylalyo 5250 Center for Middle Eastern Studies POLICY BRIEF NOVEMBER 2025 FROM CAUTION TO ENGAGEMENT: CHINA'S SHIFT TOWARD THE NEW SYRIA RECEP T. TEKE or months, China kept Syria at arm's F | length, limiting its engagement with the country's …
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China's role in Syria's reconstruction after the regime collapse

fact-seeking
Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 9
Although there was initial optimism that the country would stabilize after the regime's collapse, those hopes quickly faded as sec- tarian unrest flared in Latakia and Suwayda. The slow pace of political stabilization and na- 7 Muhammed Yasin GlUing6r, “US partially suspends Caesar Act sanctions on…
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China's geopolitical interests in Syria

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Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 12
Beyond security considerations, China also has clear geopolitical and economic interests in Syria as it seeks to expand its influence in the Middle East. Beijing aims to secure a stra- tegic foothold in a region where it increasingly competes with the West, particularly the U.S. With Syrian-U.S. rel…
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What is at stake for China if Al-Assad falls in Syria?

summary-style
Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 11
10 Sarah Shamim, “Al-Assad's fall in Syria: What's at stake for China?" Al Jazeera, 11 December 2024 Recep T. Teke ngagement. While Washington is wary of an expanded Chinese presence, the two powers ultimately share a core interest in a stable Syria, and their competition will play out in politica…
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How is China upgrading its ties with Syria?

fact-seeking
Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
Despite its initial caution, China now seems prepared to upgrade bilateral ties on both diplomatic and economic fronts. The pace and depth of this process, however, will depend largely on how effectively Syria addresses the issue of foreign fighters, whether it can sustain internal stability, and wh…
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Syria's pledge to China on national security and counterterrorism

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Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 4
According to the press readout of the Syrian foreign minister's meeting with his Chinese counterpart, this 1 “Syria's new president meets Chinese envoy for first time since Assad's fall", Al Arabiya, 21 February 2025. 2. Timour Azhari and Suleiman al-Khalidi, “Exclusive: US gives nod to Syria to b…
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China's role in Syria's reconstruction amidst sanctions

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Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 7
6 “Syria signs up to US-led coalition against ISIL’, Al Jazeera, 11 November 2025. 4 | policy brief 292 Recep T. Teke Syria receives a direct shipment from China carrying steel and various equipment, Tartous Port, Syria, Oct. 26, 2025. (SANA) from the slow pace of progress on domestic stability an…
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contact information for Anadolu Ajansi in Ankara

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Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 17
No: 3 Cankaya, ANKARA Phone : +90 850 888 15 20 Email : infofaorsam.org.tr Photo : Anadolu Ajansi (AA) 10 | policy brief 292
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impact of propaganda in the Ukraine conflict

conceptual
Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 26
Potocki (ed.), Formatowanie Ukrainy, i, Warsaw, 2013, pp. 137-138. 32 Ibid., p.139. 101 unfinished internal conflict that was started in Donbas and Luhansk in the east of Ukraine®. The propaganda aspect is closely connected with manipulating an opponent and is based on disinformation, which is centr…
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What factors characterize hybrid wars?

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Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 6
a drop in the values of shares of the listed companies); ¢ civilians are the main victims; ¢ unfavourable media propaganda appears that is supposed to worsen the image of a certain country on the international level; ¢ illegal and harmful activity in cyberspace; « these are very often wars of in…
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Julia Tymoshenko's role at the Maidan protests

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Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 22
Julia Tymoshenko immediately appeared at the Maidan and started to encourage demonstrators in a further struggle. Parallel to these events, the information about the peculiar wealth of Yanukovych went viral in the media. In the opinion of international mass media, Yanukovych received an order to fle…
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Yevgeny Primakov's notion at UN General Assembly

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Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 14
It connects the elements proving the uniqueness of Russia in the world; however, without the element of confrontation with the West. Konstantin Sorokin is regarded as the main precursor. The first time this notion had been officially presented, by Yevgeny Primakov, was at the 51* session of the UN G…
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What happened during the ATO in April 2014?

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Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 33
In the middle of April 2014, which was the time when the self-proclaimed, insurgent republics aspired to gaining independence, the Ukrainian forces began an antiterrorist operation (ATO), the aim of which was to regain the buildings taken over by separatists and leading to the dissolution of their a…
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What is guerrilla warfare and its tactics?

summary-style
Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 27
Any form of activity on the Internet, on the radio, or anywhere else may be used to localise, validate certain information, which, as a consequence, may lead to creating digital topographic maps of the enemy’s territory™. Guerrilla warfare involves a small group of combatants, whose aim is to surpr…
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characteristics of new wars in the post-Cold-War era

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Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 5
Stownik terminow z zakresu bezpieczenstwa narodowego, 6" Edition, Warsaw, 2008, p. 158. 4 C.Clauzewitz, O wojnie, Warsaw, 2010. 5 R. Smentek, Alvin and Heidi Toffler: Wojna i antywojna. Jak przetrwaé u progu XXI wieku?, http://www.psz.pl/98-ksiazka/alvin-i-heidi-toffler-wojna-i-antywojna-jak-przetrw…
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How does Russia view former USSR countries under Putin?

fact-seeking
Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 17
This region is viewed as the place for achieving vested interests. It is also subordinate to the Russian Federation”. Russia, under Vladimir Putin, has never treated the countries of the former USSR as fully independent states. The same applies to Ukraine, Georgia or Moldova. In Russia’s strategic a…
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offshore boundary agreement signed on 24th October 1968

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 8
Teheran on 2nd Sha’ban 1388 corresponding to 2nd Aban 1347 and 24th October 1968. For the Imperial Government of Iran: Dr. Manoochehr EcuBar Chairman of the Board and General Managing Director of the National Iranian Oil Company His Excellency Ahmed Zaki Yamani Minister of Petroleum and Mineral…
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what is the procedure for accepting committee positions by governments?

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 7
The positions for these points fixed by the committee shall be regarded as accepted by both Governments if neither Government objects within one month after the committee has presented its reports, which report shall be submitted to both Governments on the same date. Thereafter, for all purposes ari…
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Who is His Excellency Shaikh Ahmed Zaki Yamani?

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 11
Company His Excellency Shaikh Ahmed Zaki Yamani Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources and Representative of the Royal Government of Saudi Arabia No, 9976
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Who is Manoochehr Eghbal and his role?

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 10
Manoochehr Eghbal Chairman of the Board and General Managing Director of the National Iranian Oil Company and Representative of the Imperial Government of Iran No. 9976 224 United Nations — Treaty Series 1969 IIb Your Excellency : I have the honour to inform Your Excellency that I have received …
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gas injection and drilling an observation well in the Marjan-Fereydoon reservoir

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 9
Should our two Governments mutually agree that gas injection and/or drilling an observation well is technically beneficial and advisable for the Marjan-Fereydoon reservoir, our two Governments shall agree on the location, the conducting of drilling the wells and their operations in the Prohibited Ar…
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no oil drilling operations within 500 meters of the Boundary Line

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 5
The map prepared by the A.M. Service Corps of Engineers U.S. Army compiled in 1966 was used and shall be used as the basis for the measurement of the coordinates described above and the Boundary Line is illustrated in a copy of the said map signed and attached hereto. } 1 See insert in a pocket at …
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United Nations Treaty Series exchanges of letters

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
gues tle SI ole CY ote? pul Sy prell sod) ene -Y Vole! pale Baya! te ce 3 ped eds we Yoel & No. 9976 206 United Nations — Treaty Series 1969 EXCHANGES OF LETTERS — ECHANGES DE LETTRES la VATA SITS Mole qladk bj! Fail labenreia pal gj ey 54 GG j pate Lt pe ay as (tt aly te eset pp, Onli) peu le …
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United Nations Treaty Series 1969 exchanges of letters

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Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
196 United Nations — Treaty Series 1969 EXCHANGES OF LETTERS — ECHANGE DE LETTRES la gmt tally LST lan yeaty SUE ppt gle gS a Sed Gam Le eye Wag Le We SoS oan Qytbogd! Gly YI Sy ea! Spt) pled! + lal coo he L el Oy gamed | BbiJ! gsm 45s! J) db Yhas bps | sleul we bs Lin beats Litall ) tigi o tile…
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How did China become the world's largest oil importer?

fact-seeking
Target document: Where Does China Get Its Oil_ - The Wire China.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Where Does China Get Its Oil? Today, China is the world’s largest importer of oil and second largest refiner of oil. By Hannah Reale, Emma Bingham, and Kara Greenberg — July 12, 2020 { | iM”) ho! Sie it aN Be 1 la 2H | ae > 6 i> i Oil well in Qaidam Basin, Qinghai Province. Credit: John Hill, Cr…
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Why is China storing oil despite dwindling storage space?

conceptual
Target document: Where Does China Get Its Oil_ - The Wire China.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
“They’re storing up because it’s really cheap right now, and they know they need it, and they know that they can use it,” Wald said. “It’s not like it’s going to go bad.” China snapped up oil at bargain prices in the first part of this year, as demand fell globally due to the Covid-19 crisis, and t…
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China surpassed the U.S. in oil imports in 2017

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Target document: Where Does China Get Its Oil_ - The Wire China.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
But they have grown considerably since then: What the country imported in 1999 is just 11 percent of what the country takes in today. In 2017, China even surpassed the U.S. to become the world’s leading importer. Last year, China imported 11.8 million barrels per day, outpacing the United States, wh…
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India joins international group to bypass US sanctions

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Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 29
From Global Research: https://www.globalresearch.ca/india-joins-international-group- dumping-us-dollars-in-oil-trades-to-bypass-us- sanctions/5642875?utm_campaign=magnet&utm_source=article_page&cutm_medium=related_articles RMB Tracker. (2018, January). Retrieved from SWIFT: https://www.swift.com/ou…
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What are the implications of the Petroyuan on the Petrodollar?

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Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 30
Here’s How Fast China’s Economy Is Catching Up to the U.S. From Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2016-us-vs-china-economy/ Special Drawing Rights - SDR. (n.d.). From Investopedia: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/sdr.asp Steinbock, D. (2018, Jan 23). Eroding Petrodollar Vs. Rising …
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What is the Petro-Yuan and its impact on the petrodollar?

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Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
© 2019 JETIR January 2019, Volume 6, Issue 1 www.jetir.org (ISSN-2349-5162) ‘Petro- Yuan’: A Game Changer in the Petrodollar World Order Diksha Verma- Student, Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune, India Aman Gala- Student, Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune, India Abstract: W…
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What challenges does China face in making the Yuan a global reserve currency?

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Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 23
The current situation can be best summarized by the line, “the U.S. dollar is a house of cards sustained by a delusion of value entangled in massive debt.” (What the Petro-Yuan Means for the U.S., 2017) China will have to face numerous obstacles on the path to establishing its currency as the globa…
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How is the Yuan challenging the petrodollar?

conceptual
Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 2
The dollar’s reign over the crude oil market has lasted for over four decades now, but for the first time its hegemony faces a real threat. China has been growing at a rapid rate over the past few years, and now its Yuan may seek to endanger the existing petrodollar world order. On 26 March 2018, Ch…
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Is the petrodollar regime ending due to global energy market changes?

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Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 13
Fall of the Petrodollar The extremely volatile global energy market has been pointing towards the de-facto end of the petrodollar regime. United States monopoly over the international trade of oil is slowly coming to end due to the growing opposition from several nations such as Russia and Saudi Ar…
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impact of Chinese state owned enterprises on the energy market

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Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 16
This can have a very significant impact on the world energy market, as China has a sizeable public sector, with around 51000 state owned enterprises, 51% of which deal in electricity and gas, transportation, telecoms and other utilities, according to a study conducted by OECD Steel Committee in Sept…
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Will the Petro Yuan replace the US dollar?

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Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 24
The Petro Yuan may still take a while to replace the hegemony that the United States tediously built up for the past decades, but it will slowly and surely chip away at the mighty dollar and we may soon a new world order, with the Chinese Yuan as the global reserve currency. References Arab oil emb…
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Iran's military cooperation with Russia since 2020

conceptual
Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
Page 5 of 7 Iranian forces downed the Ukraine International Airlines flight 752 in January 2020 in Tehran, they used a Russian-made SA-15 missile. Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war in February 2022, Iran has provided Russia with thousands of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), guided aerial b…
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comprehensive partnership agreement signed by Russia and Iran

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Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 5
The two countries signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on January 17 to increase UNCLASSIFIED Page 6 of 7 cooperation in these areas, notably without a mutual defense clause; Russian President Putin signed a law ratifying the agreement April 21. In November 2020, the Department of State …
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How is Russia seeking help from Iran to evade sanctions?

fact-seeking
Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 7
Observers speculated Russia has looked to Iran for help evading Western sanctions imposed following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. UNCLASSIFIED
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What role did Russia play in supporting Assad during the Syrian civil war?

summary-style
Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
Russia’s Support to the Former Assad Regime Moscow maintained a deep partnership with Assad despite human rights violations. Russia conducted airstrikes against Syrian opposition forces and civilians throughout the war and up until their late 2024 advance on Damascus, until it became clear that al…
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Russia's defense sales to Syria before and after 2011

summary-style
Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
Before 2011, at least half of Syria’s defense purchases were from the Russian Federation. Since the start of the civil war in 2011, Russia increased its market share even further. In September 2015, the United States sanctioned the official Russian defense export entity, Rosoboronexport, as well as …
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Putin grants asylum to Assad after he fled Syria

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Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
UNCLASSIFIED Updated Report to Congress Detailing the Support of the Government of Russia for the Government of Syria and the Government of Iran Section 7019(e) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024 (Div. F, P.L.118-47) and Senate Report 118-…
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how has Russia's intervention in Syria changed its foreign policy?

fact-seeking
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 14
The path that the transition process follows will thus largely determine the tendencies of Turkish foreign policy in the months to come, despite parallel efforts to open channels of dialogue with the Kurds in the region over the last six-year period, and continued talks with different groups on the…
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What military exercises did Russia conduct in September 2015?

fact-seeking
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 9
Observing this change, Russia is also aiming to develop its co-operational counterinsurgency and counterterrorism capacities. As Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu observed, the military exercises conducted between 14 and 20 September 2015 were carried out while keeping in mind the tactics of te…
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What are the risks of Russia's military involvement in Syria?

fact-seeking
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 15
Still, Russia is taking a big risk by inserting itself into the mix of the ongoing war in Syria. This is an open test for the Russian Military. Any mistake on the ground, or in the air, will 10 RUSSIA’S SHIFTING STRATEGY IN SYRIA call Russia’s capacity to deal with counterinsurgency and to conduct…
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impact of the P5+1 agreement with Iran on global conflicts

conceptual
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 7
The New International Set-up After the P5+1 Agreement with Iran The conclusion of an agreement between the P5+1 and Iran on the nuclear issue was a critical development in the summer of 2015. After the agreement was reached, the conflicts in Syria and Ukraine became more visible, just as global and…
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Major General Sergey Dronov visit to Ankara October 15, 2015

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Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 12
Indeed, following this ordeal, on October 15, 2015, a delegation from Russia led by Major General Sergey Dronov arrived in Ankara to clarify the recent violations on the Syrian border. Proposing high-level coordination between Moscow and Ankara, Dronov cited bad weather and navigation mistakes as t…
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What will determine Syria's future trajectory?

fact-seeking
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 17
Thus, it will be political initiatives that determine the trajectory of Syria’s future. 11
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How has Russia's support for the Baath regime affected Turkey's foreign policy?

fact-seeking
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 16
Russia’s direct support of the Baath regime has undermined Turkey's position on a safe zone or no-fly zone, and it seems that a transition process in which Assad maintains power is now being discussed out loud in Turkish politics and among the country’s public. In the upcoming period, the Syria’s fu…
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Russia's military involvement in Syria September 2015

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Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
Each of these issues shifted rapidly with Russia’s September 2015 decision to become directly and militarily involved in the Syrian crisis. Before officially engaging, however, Russia forged ahead with a serious military pile up in the country, seeking to strengthen its foothold in Syria by sending …
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China's position on military intervention in Syria

fact-seeking
Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 24
See Qu Xing, “A Chinese Position On Syria Issue: The UN Charter and ‘the Responsibility to Protect’ (R2P),” The 4" Media, July 21, 2012, http:/www.4thmedia.org/2012/07/2 1 /a-chinese-position-on- syria-issue-the-un-charter-and-the-responsibility-to-protect-r2p; and Eva Bellin and Peter Krause, “Inte…
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China's regional strategy and its impact on America

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Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 14
Badescu, Humanitarian Intervention and the Responsibility to Protect: Security and Human Rights (New York, NY: Taylor and Francis e-Library, 2010), p. 110. “ See Michael D. Swaine, “China: Exploiting a Strategic Opening,” in Strategic Asia 2004-05: Confronting Terrorism in the Pursuit of Power, edit…
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Beijing's stance on military intervention in Syria

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Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 8
This factor— along with the “lessons learned” from the Libya experience,” its broader principled positions enumerated above (which stem in part from Beijing’s desire to prevent the development of an intervention precedent that could be used against it in the future), and other factors discussed belo…
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Who voted for the UN resolution on Syria?

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Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 3
Eleven Security Council members, including the other three permanent members—Britain, France and the United States—voted for the resolution. Pakistan and South Africa abstained.” At the same time, both Beijing and Moscow have repeatedly urged the international community through the UN to present a …
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China's stance on the Syrian conflict compared to Libya

fact-seeking
Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 10
Moreover, in contrast to the general absence of any mention (much less discussion) of the R2P norm and its relationship to the Syrian crisis among authoritative Chinese sources, some non-authoritative observers cover this topic in considerable detail, explaining why R2P is not applicable.” Some Chi…
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China's stance on the Syria conflict and Assad regime

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Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
In the Syria conflict, China has few such concerns, thus providing it with greater freedom to cast vetoes that might alienate the Syrian opposition.** Moscow’s strong stance against both censures and sanctions directed at the Assad regime, as well as any form of foreign military intervention, arguab…
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What is the responsibility to protect norm discussed in 2005?

fact-seeking
Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
For some Western analysts, such developments contribute to the creation of so-called post-Westphalian norms, which emphasize “the right (and indeed the obligation) of the international community to infringe on the autonomy of the nation-state to protect or advance other considerations.” The most not…
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Dong Manyuan's views on Syria's sovereignty

fact-seeking
Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 25
Xu Lin and Zhang Junmian, http://www.china.org.cn/opinion/2012-02/18/content_24667030.htm (Dong is vice director and research fellow with China Institute of International Studies). Regarding the Libyan crisis, see “For peace in Libya,” Editorial, China Daily, March 29, 2011, http://usa.chinadaily.co…
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India American pressure secondary tariffs cooperation with Russia

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Target document: ies-commentaries-1415-155-2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 6
Recently, India has become the target of American pressure in the form of secondary tariffs, intended to force the country to limit its cooperation with Russia. The meeting between President Trump and President Zelensky accompanied by European leaders. Following the summit in Alaska, the presidents …
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What did Putin present to Trump regarding Ukraine conflict?

fact-seeking
Target document: ies-commentaries-1415-155-2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 3
Such a configuration would enable the United States to counterbalance China with the assistance of Russia by means of a strategic system of checks and balances. Lublin, ul. Niecala 5, tel. 81 532 29 07 komentarze@ieslublin.pl_ | www.ies.lublin.pl Instytut negotiations while concurrently engaging in…
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What was discussed in the Washington meetings regarding Ukraine?

summary-style
Target document: ies-commentaries-1415-155-2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 7
Instytut the capacity to secure the land, air, and sea domains*. This deployment, if materialised, is presumed to be situated deep within Ukrainian territory, with the objective of safeguarding the stability of arms supplies and strategic flows. Consequently, the agenda of the public sessions of th…
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What were the peace negotiation conditions discussed by Trump and Ukraine?

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President Trump has been observed to adhere to a predetermined sequence of meetings, commencing with bilateral discussions with the Ukrainian President and subsequently transitioning to multilateral negotiations involving the entire delegation. This format was also utilised on 18 August. Conclusions…
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contact information for IES Lublin

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Niecaia 5, tel. 81 532 29 07 komentarze@ieslublin.pl_ | www.ies.lublin.pl
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Russia's aim to neutralize Ukraine and its impact on talks

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In addition, given Russia’s stated aim of achieving the complete neutralisation of Ukraine, as opposed to merely controlling part of its territory, it appears that the positions of the US, Ukraine, and Russia are currently irreconcilable. This has led to a lack of optimism regarding the potential ou…
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Trump's efforts to engage European NATO members

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In the case of the US, this process was initiated even prior to the summit in Alaska (see ‘IES Commentary’, No. 1411). Despite the fact that European NATO members and Ukraine are positioning themselves as petitioners rather than partners vis-a-vis the US, Trump still has to take them into account. I…
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diplomatic efforts for peace in Ukraine August 2025

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Instytut Editorial Team: Stawomir Poleszak (Deputy Director of ICE), Agnieszka Zajdel No. 1415 (155 /2025) | 20.08.2025 (Editorial Assistant), Szczepan Czarnecki, Spasimir Domaradzki, Lukasz Krzyzanowski, Stawomir Lukasiewicz, Damian Szacawa, Agata Tatarenko ISSN 2657-6996 © IES Jakub Bornio Di…
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Will the Abraham Accords survive the war on Gaza?

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
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rael at the current juncture, due to the internal and regional costs it would have to assume, since it can- not ignore the opinion of its subjects. With regard to the validity of the Abraham Accords, it should be stressed that none of the Arab countries that endorsed them have, at least for the time…
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What do Saudi respondents think about normalization with Israel?

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
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In the case of Saudi Arabia, 5% of respondents were in favour, 38% were against and 57% did not answer. Nearly half of the respond- ents said that the main reason for opposing normali- zation was Israel’s colonization policies and its de- sire to annex the Palestinian territories. The Israeli milita…
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What is the 1981 Fahd Plan for Israeli-Palestinian relations?

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
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The traditional Saudi position is reflected in the 1981 Fahd Plan, which supports Israeli withdrawal from the territories occupied during the 1967 war and the establishment of a Palestinian state on the West Bank and Gaza, together with East Jerusalem. The 2002 Beirut Initiative, promoted by King Ab…
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How did the October 7 attacks impact Israel-Saudi relations?

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
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Dossier 128 Israel-Palestine Conflict IEMed. Mediterranean Yearbook 2024 Dossier: Israel-Palestine Conflict Israeli-Saudi Normalization: A Collateral Victim of 7 October’ Ignacio Alvarez-Ossorio Alvariiio' Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies Complutense University of Madrid The attacks o…
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Saudi public opinion on Israel relations December 2023 poll

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
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This change in Saudi attitude can be attributed not only to the need to counteract the Iranian regime's prominence, but also to the widespread rejection of Saudi public opinion towards the establishment of diplomatic relations with Israel. According to a poll conducted by The Washington Institute be…
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Saudi Arabia's response to Israel's actions after Gaza offensive

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
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After the launch of the military offensive against the Gaza Strip, Saudi officials were forced to adopt a much more critical stance towards Israel and its systematic violations of international hu- manitarian law. In an attempt to regain the initiative, Ri- yadh convened a joint summit of the Arab L…
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how do Saudis view the Israel-Hamas war?

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
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CLEVELAND, Catherine and POLLOCK, David, “New Poll Sheds Light on Saudi Views of Israel-Hamas War.” Fikra Forum, The Washington Institute, 21 December 2023: www.washingtoninstitute. org/policy-analysis/new-poll-sheds-light-saudi- views-israel-hamas-war. Et Kurb, Dana, “Assessing the Abraham Accords,…
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What motivations led to the October 7 attack?

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This document stresses that the attack should be seen first and foremost as a reaction to “Israeli Ju- daization plans to the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque,” “the practices of the extremist and right-wing Israeli gov- ernment which is practically taking steps towards an- nexing the entire West Bank and Jer…
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Trump's view on foreign relations with Russia

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Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 19
He demonstrates a “black and white” view of foreign relations, in which other states are either “friends” or “enemies.” He is incapable of dis- tinguishing between common interests shared by the US and Russia on issues such as arms control and environmental policy and issues about which serious diff…
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impact of US-Russian relations on multilateral institutions

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Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
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39 In: IFSH (ed.), OSCE Yearbook 2018, Baden-Baden 2019, pp. 39-51. the OSCE appear largely irrelevant. This contribution reflects the author’s personal analysis of how the unusual and often bizarre relationship between these two powerful figures impacts the OSCE, and, for that matter, most multilat…
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Putin's claim to the heritage of Vladimir

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In Moscow, the name appears in its contemporary Russian version as Vladimir, allowing Putin to claim that history has come full circle after the debacle of communism and of Boris Yeltsin’s post-Soviet Russia to a restoration of its greatness under the guidance of the contemporary leader named Vladim…
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Michael Pompeo's role in the State Department under Trump

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Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
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43 In: IFSH (ed.), OSCE Yearbook 2018, Baden-Baden 2019, pp. 39-51. the State Department and the Foreign Service. [...] We are ringing the village bell of alarm because Mr. Trump’s neglect of the State Department will harm our country at an already dangerous time.” Tillerson was eventually forced to…
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Putin's views on Trump's 2020 re-election and US relations

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Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
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Ata session of Valdai Club in Sochi in 2018, Putin suggested that Trump’s re-election in 2020 would free him to normalize re- lations with Russia and end US sanctions and other hostile behaviours, which motivates him to try to maintain contact with the US President, even if it fails to produce meani…
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What challenges does the OSCE face without US and Russia support?

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Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
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They have been replaced by a transactional set of relationships that seek agreements based on narrowly defined national interests. They see diplomacy as an activity between powerful heads of state, only minimally limited by their own policy-making elites and largely unconstrained by the complex netw…
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Mike Pompeo swaggers his way to failure article

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8 Jackson Diehl, Mike Pompeo swaggers his way to failure, The Washington Post, 9 Decem- ber 2018, at: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/global-opinions/mike-pompeo- swaggers-his-way-to-failure/2018/12/09/0c7dd626-f977-1 le8-8c9a- 860ce2a8148f story.html?utm_term=.05802301166b. 9 Cf. How Popula…
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How has Russia responded to the OSCE in Ukraine?

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Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 25
Similarly, although Russia has not prevented the OSCE Special Monitor- ing Mission to Ukraine from operating in the country, it has shown little sup- port for the role of the OSCE, including the effort to enforce the cease-fire provisions of the Minsk Agreements and to move towards a resolution of t…
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how much has Russia spent on military intervention in Syria?

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Target document: iaicom2476.pdf
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In human terms, Russian soldiers have paid the price, losing their lives to prop up Assad. Economically, supporting the Syrian regime has been a drain on Russian taxpayers: in 2015, Moscow spent an estimated 4 million US dollars per day on the intervention,> with costs doubling as troop deployments …
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The Fall of Bashar al-Assad’s Regime impact on Russia

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Target document: iaicom2476.pdf
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8 Vladimir Pastukhov and Dmitry Elovsky, “Damascus Has Fallen, ‘Little Assad’ Remains. Syria: Putin Lost” [in Russian], in Khodorkovsky Live, 8 December 2024, https://youtu.be/fokJZ2srxx8. © 2024 IAI ISSN 2532-6570 IAI COMMENTARIES 24 | 76 - DECEMBER 2024 The Fall of Bashar al-Assad’s Regime: A S…
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impact of the fall of Bashar al-Assad on Russia

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Nona Mikhelidze is a Senior Fellow at the Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI). © 2024 IAI ISSN 2532-6570 IAI COMMENTARIES 24 | 76 - DECEMBER 2024 The Fall of Bashar al-Assad’s Regime: A Strategic Blow to Russia fate of my Palmyra is in your hands.” The following year, Vladimir Putin visited Dam…
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European Union Court of Justice Western Sahara

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The European Union Court of Justice and the Western Sahara 24|67 Alessandro Marrone, Trump, Ukraine and NATO: Two Crossroads for Europe
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How does Bashar al-Assad's regime fall affect Russia?

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© 2024 IAI ISSN 2532-6570 IAI COMMENTARIES 24 | 76 - DECEMBER 2024 Istituto Affari Internazionali The Fall of Bashar al-Assad's Regime: A Strategic Blow to Russia Nona Mikhelidze The collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime marks a pivotal moment in Syria's history, one that Middle East experts wi…
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How does Syria challenge Russia's geopolitical narrative?

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Instead, it strikes at the heart of the Kremlin's geopolitical narrative. Syria had been turned into a symbol of Russia’s resurgence as a global power. Propaganda had portrayed its military successes there as proof that Moscow was reclaiming its stature. Today, explaining Russia's impotence in Syria…
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Russia's declining influence in Central Asia and Azerbaijan

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newsweek.com/russian-calendar-troops- under-fire-syrian-woman-it-534764; “From Syria with Love’ Calendar Gifted to Putin”, in Al Arabiya, 16 December 2016, https://ara.tv/yq3ma. 3 Russian Presidency, Vladimir Putin Visited Khmeimim Air Base in Syria, 11 December 2017, http://en.kremlin.ru/events/pre…
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How is Saudi Arabia improving relations with Qatar?

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Target document: the-middle-east-after-trump-a-reshuffling-of-the-cards--galip-dalay-1.pdf
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‘ST ANPEL INIA S 'STANBUL POLITICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE THE MIDDLE EAST AFTER TRUMP: A RESHUFFLING OF THE CARDS? Galip Dalay The Middle East’s preparation for the Joe Biden presidency is in full gear. Saudi Arabia is patching up relations with Qatar to de-escalate tension in the Gulf. Israel, in s…
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how did US foreign policy change under Trump and Biden?

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19 AIFEL 'STANBUL POLITICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE sented the decline of European imperial pow- er and the primacy of the US in regional af- fairs. It is not only US actions in the region, but also its inactions that matters a great deal, argua- bly sometimes even more so, as the evolution of the Syri…
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How does the Arab Spring affect Israel and Arab states?

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Whereas the Arab states’ fear of the Arab Spring stems from regime insecurity and illegitimacy, Israel is opposed to the same phenomenon, believing that if successful, this regional transformation will give birth to a new regional system, in which its regional role would have been re- duced or const…
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Galip Dalay Richard von Weizsacker Fellow biography

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https:/Avww.iiss.org/blogs/survival-blog/2020/03/iran-united-states-maximum-pressure Brookings Institution Doha Centre Galip Dalay is Richard von Weizsacker Fellow at Robert Bosch Academy and non-resident fellow at The views stated in this paper belong to the author and need not agree, partly or …
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Biden administration MENA policies changes

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The Biden admin- istration will have to factor these changes into its MENA policies. 1. https:/Avww.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-551 28970 2. https:/Avwww.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-1 1-13/erdogan-promises-period-of-economic-and-legal- reform-in-turkey 3. https:/Avww.state.gov/the-abraham…
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US withdrawal from the region under Obama and Trump

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To state it differently, the US withdrawal from the region did not begin with Trump, rather it started with the Obama administration. This downsizing of the US presence in the region takes the form of the US downsizing its commitments more than its capabilities. The US still maintains BE HEINRICH B…
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What role does the US play in Middle East politics?

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In the end, despite the fact that in recent years the region’s relations with international powers are attaining a multipolar character with the increasing prominence of Russia in regional security and China in regional economics, the US still remains the indispensable actor for regional (in)securit…
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How will Biden's Middle East policy differ from Trump's?

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Arguably, the strategic value of the Mid- dle East is decreasing for the US and a Biden presidency will not change this basic fact. Unlike Trump, the Biden administration is set to bring three things into its Middle East policy that will bear consequences. These are pre- dictability, diplomacy and t…
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impact of geopolitics on oil after the 2016 OPEC Summit

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Target document: Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East After the Opec Summit[#340299]-344817.pdf
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* Seae TESPAM APRIL 2017 agreement at the OPEC summit in November 2016. The interplay between geopolitics of oil, economic reforms, and security requires vigilance to shifting regional dynamics and raises sensitivities to realities of the multipolar world order. Great power politics occupies an i…
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How do Trump's policies affect Iran's oil economy?

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Iran, at the time, certainly appeared to be better equipped to weather oil-price shocks. Nevertheless, Donald Trump’s protectionist trade policies and fiscal stimulus package at home are expected to reduce demand for foreign goods and slow down the global re- covery, stimulate FED interest rate hike…
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GCC oil in world energy markets report Tatiana Mitrova

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Tatiana Mitrova, “GCC Oil in World Energy Markets,” The Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research, 24-25 November 2015. 3 The Economist, “OPEC Reaches a Deal to Cut Production,’ December 3, 2016 (accessed February 19, 2017); available from http://www.economist.com/news/finance-and- economic…
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OPEC Summit implications for Middle East energy geopolitics

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TESPAM APRIL 2017 ENERGY GEOPOLITICS IN THE MIDDLE EAST AFTER THE OPEC SUMMIT Serhat S. CUBUKCUOGLU (Tufts University, Researcher & Strategist) Overview of the OPEC Summit's Implications The Middle East is home to 65% of OPEC’s oil reserves and, with 32 million b/d, provides just over a third of…
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IMF forecast for Saudi break-even oil price drop

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Target document: Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East After the Opec Summit[#340299]-344817.pdf
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11 Bloomberg, “IMF Sees Saudi Break-Even Oil Price Drop Less Than Forecast,” October 19, 2017 (accessed February 22, 2017); available from https://www.bloomberg.com/news/ articles/2016-10-19/imf-sees-saudi-break-even-oil-price-falling-less-than-expected. 12. Ibid. -50- * SPRe ENERGY POLICY TURKEY …
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Ahmet Kasim Han El Bab’da Son Durum Ne?

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Target document: Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East After the Opec Summit[#340299]-344817.pdf
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Ahmet Kasim Han, Teke Tek “El Bab’da Son Durum Ne?” (Habertiirk: Istanbul, 2017), 21:00; available from http://www.haberturk.tv/programlar/video/teke-tek-14-subat- 1bolum/233724. 7 Al Jazeera News, “Iran and Turkey Trade Barbs Over Syria and Iraq,” February 21, 2017 (accessed February 26, 2017); ava…
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2016 OPEC Summit oil output cut agreement details

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Target document: Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East After the Opec Summit[#340299]-344817.pdf
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Pragmatism has prevailed and paved the way towards a well-coordinated effort to provide breathing space to oil producers of the Gulf at an international summit in 2016. In accordance with market expectations, the November 2016 OPEC summit in Vienna concluded with a cornerstone deal at the last minut…
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Turkey's Euphrates Shield operation and US response

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Target document: Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East After the Opec Summit[#340299]-344817.pdf
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From this perspective, Turkey’s rapprochement with the Russian-Iranian axis and successful incursion into northern Syria under the operation code-named “Euphrates Shield” has worried the US administration. If nothing else, the Turkish offensive prevented SDF from joining the cantos of Afrin and Koba…
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Danish Institute for International Studies website

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Target document: DIIS-China_the_Syrian_conflict_and_the_threat_of_terrorism_webversion.pdf
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©Xinhua/Li Muzi DIIS - DANISH INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES www.diis.dk
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China's military involvement in the Syrian conflict

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Target document: DIIS-China_the_Syrian_conflict_and_the_threat_of_terrorism_webversion.pdf
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he TIP are similar China’s military power grows with each passing year, but to date Beijing’s willingness to intervene in conflicts far form home remains low. © AP Photo/Mike Clarke DIIS POLICY BRIEF DECEMBER 2016 Uyghur militants have been linked to the 2015 Bangkok bombing as well as the August …
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China's role in the Syrian conflict and foreign intervention

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DIIS POLICY BRIEF DECEMBER 2016 * a aes = Geopolitics and non-western intervention in Syria CHINA, THE SYRIAN CONFLICT, AND THE THREAT OF TERRORISM China has a global agenda in Syria. Beijing rejects foreign military intervention to force regime change, but is not wedded to any Hf western gove…
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Beijing's response to terrorist attack from Syria

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But Beijing's response to a terrorist attack at home emanating from Syria will likely be a further tightening of security conditions in China and enhanced counter- errorism cooperation with partner governments in he Middle East. In Syria, Beijing will continue to play a ow-key role in trying to pu…
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China's involvement in the Syrian conflict and UN Security Council vetoes

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Target document: DIIS-China_the_Syrian_conflict_and_the_threat_of_terrorism_webversion.pdf
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Beijing has offered few concrete and novel ideas in solving the Syrian conflict and provided relatively little support to stem the humanitarian crisis in the region. China holds up protracted instability in the 201 NATO interven ousting of the Gaddafi g ion, and the su overnment, as exhibit in i…
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China's involvement in the Syrian conflict

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Target document: DIIS-China_the_Syrian_conflict_and_the_threat_of_terrorism_webversion.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
Beijing has offered few concrete and novel ideas in solving the conflict and provided relatively little support to stem the humani- arian crisis in the region. Unlike Afghanistan, where Beijing is worried about a growing security vacuum on its western border, and devoting diplomatic attention and…
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China's military involvement in Syria chemical weapon removal

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Target document: DIIS-China_the_Syrian_conflict_and_the_threat_of_terrorism_webversion.pdf
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The Chinese navy participated in the UN mandated emoval of chemical weapons from Syria in early 2014 but at the same time, China's largest arms manufac- urer has been accused of selling chlorine gas to the Syrian government. itary involvement to the same degree as the United States or Russia is stil…
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How was the US perceived by Middle Easterners after 1948?

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 11
For many years, the US was perceived as the center of progress and democracy by the Middle Easterners. The establishment of Israel in 1948 however was the beginning of difficult period for the US. This was because of Israel’s national status in Arab eyes. For every Arab after 1948, the US became bot…
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What was the US's role in the 1967 Middle East conflict?

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 17
These efforts have shown the US will to get honest broker position in the conflict. Consequently, the US initiative failed and Israel decided to strike first. In June 5 Israel army attacked Egypt and Syria and defeated their armed forces. Neither the Soviet Union nor the United States intervened. Af…
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books on the origins of the Cold War

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
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Kennedy-Pipe, Caroline, The Origins of the Cold War, New York, Palgrave- Macmillan, 2007. Kissinger, H., (1995), Diplomacy, New York, etc., Touchstone-Simon & Schuster. Korybko, A., (2015), The Middle East: Russian Style, (2015), Retrieved from: http://orientalreview.org/2015/10/07/the-new-middle-ea…
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US military support to Israel during the Suez Crisis

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 18
During the Suez Crisis in 1956 the US tried to have a balanced policy towards Egypt not to alienate itself in the eyes of the Arabs. In 1966 however it began to increase military support to Israel. The US aimed to help Israel to defeat Egypt and Syria militarily because they were seen as the threat …
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What was the Eisenhower Doctrine and its significance?

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
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For more info, please see Henry Kissinger, Diplomacy, New York, etc. (Touchstone-Simon & Schuster, 1995, 90 Cilt/Volume XI Sayi/Number 1 Nisan/April 2018 Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi/Journal of Social Sciences The US stopped the action of the UK and France to prevent the Soviet involvement to the region…
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What were the consequences of the US intervention in Iran in 1953?

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 26
The nationalist government of Mohammed Mossadegh in Iran was toppled in 1953 by the Western intervention, giving the Shias to place themselves against Shah and then lead Iran which was one of the rivals of the US in the region. Also, Cilt/Volume XI Sayi/Number | Nisan/April 2018 Sosyal Bilimler Derg…
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Foreign Relations of the United States volumes on Arab-Israeli conflict

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
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Office of the Historian, (1957), Foreign Relations of the United States, 1955-1957, Arab-Israeli Dispute, 1957, Volume, XVIII, Retrieved from: https://history.state.gov/historicaldocuments/frus1955-57v17/d120, [16.02.2016] Office of the Historian, (1967), Foreign Relations of the United States, 19…
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How did US policies in the Middle East change after 1955?

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
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It was realized that the policies of Britain and France in the region were damaging US interests. From then on, while maintaining Anglo-American co-operation to the greatest practicable extent, the United States had to be prepared to act either with local powers, Turkey in particular, or on its own.…
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What did Zelenskyy say about Ukraine's military objectives?

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Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 6
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine was not looking to occupy territory, but to create a buffer zone between Ukraine and Russian forces and the hope was for the offensive to pressure President Putin into peace negotiations.*° Since Ukraine launched its offensive in Kursk, Russia’s own military of…
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What is NATO's stance on deploying troops in Ukraine?

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Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 9
Military assistance is also being provided to Ukraine by NATO allies, although NATO troops will not be deployed on the ground as Ukraine is a partner country of the Alliance and not party to NATO’s Article V mutual defence clause. As a direct consequence of Russia’s actions in Ukraine, Finland and …
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Putin's speech on Russia's annexation plans from September 2022

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Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
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In a speech on 30 September 2022, President Putin announced Russia’s intention to annex those regions and recognise, and defend, them as part of the Russian Federation. Those treaties of accession were signed into Russian law in early October 2029.° Despite Russian attempts at annexation, all four…
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How many North Korean soldiers are in Russia?

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Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 7
Estimates varied, but up to 12,000 North Korean soldiers (including 500 officers and three army generals) were also reported to be in Russia. ** While many were reported to be training for possible future deployments alongside the Russian military, several thousand were deployed to the Kursk Oblast.…
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US accusations of Russia using Chloropicrin against Ukraine

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The US specifically accused Russia of using the chemical weapon Chloropicrin against Ukrainian soldiers, in addition to using riot control agents as a method of warfare, which is also prohibited under the CWC. The US State Department suggested that the use of such chemicals was “not an isolated inci…
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overview of the Ukraine conflict August 2095

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sity House of Commons Ee Library Research Briefing 99 August 2095 Ukraine conflict: An overview Number 9723 By Claire Mills 1 A special military operation 2 2 Key points in the conflict 3 2.1 Russian annexation of territory 3 2.2 Ukraine’s counteroffensives in 2022 and 2023 4 2.3. Ukrainian suc…
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Trump and Putin meeting details August 2025

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Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
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Talks in August 2025 In August 2025, President Trump and President Putin met in Alaska to discuss the reset of US-Russian relations but also the potential resolution of the Ukraine conflict. It marked the first time that the two leaders have met in person to discuss Ukraine. That summit meeting was…
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Russian military expenditure growth 2024

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Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 8
In its annual assessment of global military capabilities, the International Institute for Strategic Studies said in February 2025 that total Russian military expenditure had grown by 41.9% in real terms between 2023 and 2024 to US$145.9 billion, representing 6.7% of GDP. Identifiable defence spendin…
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Bahrain Israel relations normalization August 2020

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
@ Arab Reform Initiative relations with Israel was imposed on Bahrain following the Emirati announcement on 13 August 2020 and under joint pressure from MBS and Trump. President Trump was ina hurry to register a diplomatic success so as to erase from memory the failure of the ‘deal of the century’,…
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Who is Fatiha Dazi-Héni and what are her contributions?

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 9
http://arabcenterdc.org/policy analysis/saudi-arabia-prefers-implicit-normalization-with-israel/ https://www.axios.com/Israel-bahrain-interim-normalization-deal-manama- a00d9866-af71-49ea82b6-939sbf3aa935.html 8 The Gulf States and Israel after the Abraham Accords Arab Reform Initiative About the…
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What triggered the division in the GCC since June 2017?

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
The GCC has been lastingly divided since 5 June 2017, when the crisis that now pits four of its member states against each other was triggered.* lran’s growing influence is viewed as the most pressing threat by Israel and a number of GCC members, including the UAE, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. This ha…
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What happened on 5 June regarding Qatar and its neighbors?

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 8
It was created on 25 May 1981 at its constitutive summit in Abu Dhabi. For acritical analysis of the Accords, see: https://www.du.edu/korbel/middleeast/media/documents/occasional_paper_10.pdf For details regarding the crisis that erupted on 5 June between Qatar and a quartet of states (Saudi Arabia…
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Oman's challenges and its role in Middle Eastern diplomacy

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 6
Doha nevertheless has a useful part to play for Israel by mediating between Hamas and the Palestinian Authority, while also maintaining a regular political dialogue with Tel Aviv. The Sultanate of Oman, on the other hand, which hosted the Israeli prime minister in Muscat in October 2018, might be pe…
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Kuwait's stance on the Palestinian cause and political parties

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 5
It has a dynamic and plural parliament and associations, but is limited by the lack of political parties, which are prohibited. The Palestinian question has been a key issue in the emirate ever since Yasser Arafat founded his Fatah party there in 1964; and a Palestinian community estimated at 450,00…
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how does Washington view the Arab-Israeli normalization process?

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 7
@ Arab Reform Initiative Washington views this new geopolitical axis of Israel and the Gulf states as an efficient means of neutralising lran’s influence in the region and also counts on it to put the brakes on China’s progression there. Additionally, this Arab-Israeli normalization process fits wi…
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Why did the UAE normalize relations with Israel?

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Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
@ Arab Reform Initiative The Emirati decision to normalise relations with Israel was based on mature reflection by its strongman, Mohammed Bin Zayed (MBZ). It was driven by his desire to initiate security cooperation with Israel, especially in cyber matters, and to engage in diplomacy of influence …
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China's role as the largest crude oil importer in 2017

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 2
As the world’s largest importer and consumer of crude oil in 2017, China has become a significant player on the 12 INSIGHT TURKEY global energy scene. Apart from its reliance on sources from other parts of the world, its “go out policy” has also included rapid growth in global oil investments by Ch…
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Fantu Cheru on Ethiopia's engagement with China and India

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
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Fantu Cheru, “Emerging Southern Powers and New Forms of South-South Cooperation: Ethio- pia’s Strategic Engagement with China and India,’ Third World Quarterly, Vol. 37, No. 4 (2016). 9. Cheru, “Emerging Southern Powers and New Forms of South-South Cooperation: Ethiopia's Strategic Engagement with C…
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Sinopec agreement with Nigerian National Oil Corporation 2004

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 8
In 2004, Sinopec, one of China's SOCs, signed an agree- ment with the Nigerian National Oil Corporation to start oil exploration activities. This was followed in 2005 by a large investment involving the China National Offshore Oil Corpo- ration (CNOOC), which acquired a 45 percent stake in the Apo o…
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how does oil influence China-Africa relations?

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
CHINA, OIL, AND AFRICA: A NEW PERSPECTIVE In seeking to explain how oil features in China-Africa relations, and how it impacts the continent’s development, it is important to interrogate existing information about the operations of Chinese SOCs in different African oil-producing countries. It is im…
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China-Africa oil relations perspectives and debates

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
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Framing China-Africa Oil Relations Most studies of relations between China and Africa have been framed in terms of inter-state, or coun- try-continent relations focusing on historical, political, socio-economic, and cultural aspects. However, some international development analysts approach relatio…
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China-Africa oil relations and new perspectives

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
China, Oil and Africa: A New Perspective CYRIL OBI Russia in Africa: A Search for Continuity in a Post-Cold War Era MAXIM MATUSEVICH Trade of China and India with Africa after the 2008 Financial Crisis WIOLETTA NOWAK * Social Science Research Council (SSRC), U.S. Insight Turkey Vol. 21/No.1/ 201…
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China's overseas oil investments in Sudan and South Sudan

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 22
Corkin, “Uneasy Allies: China’s Evolving Re- lations with Angola’; Alves, “Chinese Economic Statecraft: A Comparative Study of China's Oil- backed Loans to Angola and Brazil.” 23. Mohan and Lampert, “Negotiating China: In- serting African Agency in China-Africa Relations.” 24. Luke Patey, “Learnin…
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How has Nigeria been China's largest oil provider?

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Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
Nigeria has been China's largest oil provider for the last decade. PARKER SONG / Getty Images tration of the so-called African oil curse.!! The foregoing provides the context for the framing of the China-Oil-Af- rica nexus in relation to an East-West scramble for Africa's oil. Some com- mentators h…
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human rights abuses in Baathist states like Syria and Iraq

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 17
Although many of them claimed to be creating more progressive societies, they nonetheless became some of the worst regimes in the region. Baathist states such as Syria and Iraq have abused human rights on a massive scale. Many republics have become notorious for widespread corruption and poor govern…
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challenges faced by non-Gulf Arab states

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 19
The region’s inhabitants have had to deal with unemployment, corruption, nepotism and the absence of vision and competitive spirit. Upward mobility 10 Arab Spring.indd 10 28/06/2012 17:57
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What defined Arab nationalism in the 1950s and 1960s?

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 16
Arab nationalism was defined by the principles of Arab unity, cultural pride and resistance to Israel. In the 1950s and 1960s these principles were popular and defined Arab politics. Nasser’s power extended across the region and his message even penetrated the Gulf societies, where the conservative …
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GCC world's fifth biggest economy prediction by Nasser al-Saidi

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 6
These developments were accompanied by keenly optimistic predictions about the region’s future. These were often built on the premise that the Gulf’s strategic position at the crossroads between Asia, Europe and Africa could make it a global hub for services and trade. In July 2008, Nasser al-Saidi,…
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impact of the second Gulf oil boom on infrastructure investment

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
With the rise in oil revenues, government spending increased rapidly. There was investment in infrastructure projects such as roads, hospitals and schools, which encouraged many of the region’s inhabitants to become more loyal to their state. Mer- chants set up companies to take advantage of governm…
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Why do companies find it hard to do business in the Middle East?

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 9
Companies complain that it is hard to do business because of governmental failure to streamline procedures for obtaining work visas and import licences and the lack of action taken to ease the movement of goods across borders.” According to the World Bank, the highest-ranking Middle Eastern country …
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What caused rapid development in the Gulf Co-operation Council states?

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 2
The transformation has been swift, and the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) states have experienced some of the most rapid spurts of development and economic growth in recent global history. In this relatively short period, they have made huge progress in terms of public health, stan- dards of living…
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challenges of workforce performance for Gulf nationals

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Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 11
It has been difficult for these nationals to be sacked, and therefore many have had little incentive to perform to the best of their ability. For decades there have been anecdotal stories about nation- als arriving at work late and having much of their work done by expatriates, who are cheaper and m…
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What is the significance of the Russian-Syrian partnership?

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Target document: Alert_Russia-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
The base was one of the sym- bols of continued diplomatic and military ties that, although not central to either country, continued to fuel their low-cost diplomatic partnership - as dem- onstrated by Syria’s support for Russia’s military in- tervention in Georgia in 2008 for example. However, with …
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How do Russia and Syria view the impact of Arab revolutions?

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Target document: Alert_Russia-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
They are also firmly of the belief that the revolutions in Ukraine and Egypt, and the overthrow of Qaddafi in Libya only led to a weakening of those respec- tive states. Recent events in Egypt — where many of the anti-Mubarak protesters ended up siding with the generals against the Muslim Brotherhoo…
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Russia's relationship with Syria and support for Assad

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Target document: Alert_Russia-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 4
It is precise- ly this recent history, however, that makes Russian insistence on abiding by international law when addressing the situation in Syria appear somewhat hollow. Indeed, a level of affinity does exist between Moscow and Damascus and the two governments do share certain (geo)political inst…
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What is the historical relationship between Russia and Syria?

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Target document: Alert_Russia-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
Although driven by all of these concerns to varying degrees, Russian support for Syria is mainly rooted in the historical relationship of the two countries and in respective domestic political developments of the last few dec- ades. Consequently, appeals to either humanitarian sympathies or naked in…
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Saudi Arabia's conditions for official ties with Israel

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 5
In return for official ties with Israel, Riyadh would presumably expect gains that can be presented as an achievement that contributes to implementing the two-state framework. However, as an interim stage, Riyadh may be prepared to accept calm in Jerusalem and the West Bank and symbolic positive Isr…
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How can Saudi Arabia influence the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 4
With its economic weight, the Kingdom can help calm the Israeli-Palestinian arena with financial incentives for Palestinians that could also encourage a political process. Finally, Israel welcomes the attempt by Riyadh to lead the Arab-Sunni world in its struggle with the challenges of economic inst…
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Saudi public opinion on Israel normalization after Abraham Accords

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 11
Public Opinion and Islamic Legitimacy A series of polls of Saudi citizens before and after the Abraham Accords were signed indicate ongoing opposition to normalization with Israel. The extent of the refusal to recognize Israel and maintain ties with it has remained steady over the past decade. Othe…
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How is Iranian influence affecting Saudi-Israeli relations?

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
The growing Iranian threat and Saudi doubts over US security support for the Kingdom have encouraged channels of dialogue between Riyadh and Tehran and the renewal of official relations between their countries. For the Saudis, the move is intended to appease Iran to reduce the danger of conflict wit…
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Israel Saudi Arabia normalization relations July 2023

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
INSS Special Publication The Road to Normalization: Relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia Yoel Guzansky | July 23, 2023 The possible normalization of Israel-Saudi relations is once again making headlines, following emerging signs of readiness in the United States to promote this matter. Prog…
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Israel's current stance on Palestinian political discussions

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
The current Israeli government sees no reason to start political discussions with the Palestinians to promote the two-state framework. In fact, it appears to support the option of bypassing the Palestinian issue and promoting normalization between Israel and its neighbors, including Saudi Arabia, wi…
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How are Saudi Arabia's relations with China affecting its ties with the US?

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 8
These demands are significant challenges to Israel and pose questions about the price of normalization with Saudi Arabia. Compounding the questions are the warmer relations between Riyadh and Beijing, which are gradually extending far beyond the field of energy. Chinese involvement in the Gulf troub…
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What benefits do Saudis seek from normalization with Israel?

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Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 16
Although the Saudis are mainly looking to the United States to reward them for normalization, they will also need to show that the move yields benefits on the Palestinian front. The Saudis still have some room for flexibility and could even agree to make progress with Israel below the “Palestinian s…
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how is Oman enhancing its position as a trade hub?

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 19
These efforts strengthen supply chain resilience, reduce transaction costs, and enhance Oman’s position as a hub linking Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Over time, such initiatives could evolve into permanent institutional arrangements anchored in shared commercial interests, helping to insulate …
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GCC free trade negotiations and independent trade diplomacy

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 12
Gulf Research Center clean hydrogen, smart grids, and solar R&D, as part of broader efforts to build diversified and future-oriented economies. Since the escalation of the U.S.—China trade war in 2017, the GCC has also embarked on a new phase of trade liberalization. After years of limited progre…
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How have Gulf states changed their foreign policy strategy?

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 8
What has changed is not just the external environment, but the Gulf states’ own strategic posture. A confluence of regional instability, the perceived retrenchment of the U.S. from the Middle East, and the multipolar diffusion of global power created openings, but it was Gulf leadership that activ…
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What strategic partnerships are Gulf states pursuing?

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 21
India has become a key strategic partner, not only in energy but also in defense production, fintech, and — space collaboration. Turkey, once a regional rival, is now a recipient of growing Gulf investments and a diplomatic interlocutor in conflict zones like the Caucasus and North Africa. Simultane…
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Saudi Arabia's investment in Lucid Motors and its implications

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 16
These investments are often shaped by geopolitical considerations, advancing technology transfer, forging strategic partnerships, and elevating the Gulf’s www.grc.net global presence. For instance, Saudi Arabia’s PIF has invested over $1 billion in the U.S.-based electric vehicle company Lucid Mot…
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Saudi Arabia's influence in Islamic multilateralism and soft power

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in Islamic multilateralism, through the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and its push for tourism, entertainment, and cultural diplomacy signal an ambition to become a hub of soft power in the Muslim and Arab worlds. At the heart of this balancing act is a …
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Qatar's stance on Security Council reform

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 27, index 42
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest- articles/latest-news/details/1445/05/08/qatar- affirms-security-council-reform-is-important- challenge-and-strategic-goal-for-international- group?utm_source=chatgpt.com Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UAE. 2024. “Abdullah bin Zayed Leads UAE Delegation to 79th UN …
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Gulf states mediation in Sudan and Ukraine

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Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 22
to cooperate on infrastructure, food security, and tech innovation, while simultaneously engaging with the BRICS and SCO platforms, highlights the strategic ambition to influence both Western and non-Western governance ecosystems. Regionally, the Gulf has shifted from reactive diplomacy to active ag…
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What are the Abraham Accords and their significance?

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Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
ge Middle East ANP Institute BACKGROUNDER The Abraham Accords INTRODUCTION The Abraham Accords are a series of bilateral agreements brokered by the United States whose core original intent has been to normalize relations between Israel and several Arab countries. The first agreements were signed…
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When did Sudan sign the Abraham Accords Declaration?

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Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
Sudan signed an Abraham Accords Declaration on January 6, 2021, during a visit by the US secretary of the treasury, accompanied by an additional promise of assistance with obtaining loans from the World Bank. The move was widely unpopular in Sudan, and the bilateral agreement with Israel was never s…
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What are the criticisms of the 2020 Abraham Accords?

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Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 10
CURRENT STATUS AND PROSPECTS FOR FURTHER ENLARGEMENT Unlike previous diplomatic agreements such as the 1978 Camp David Accords, the 2020 Abraham Accords centered primarily on the normalization of diplomatic relations with states that had not been in open conflict with each other. And while the acco…
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contact Katulis or scholars at MEI

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Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 13
Katulis or any of our scholars, please email media@ mei.edu or call 202-785-1141 ext. 241.
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How did Bahrain open its airspace to Israel?

fact-seeking
Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
Bahrain opened its airspace to facilitate traffic between the two countries, though actual tourism exchanges were minimal, with only a few hundred Bahrainis visiting Israel in the early years of normalization. In addition to trade and people-to-people ties, the accords spurred the development of str…
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Trump's comments on Iran joining the Abraham Accords

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Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 12
As a candidate, Trump mused that Iran could be incorporated into the Abraham Accords, though that remains highly unlikely. The Trump administration has also floated ideas about further expanding the accords to South and Southeast Asia; 8 and it contends that other Muslim-majority former Soviet rep…
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How did the Abraham Accords counter China's Belt and Road Initiative?

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Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 7
By fostering multilateral economic ties, through avenues like trade, mutual investment, and people-to-people exchange, the Abraham Accords offered a regional counterbalance to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, reinforcing American influence and offering partners an alternative to Beijing-driven in…
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What is the House Abraham Accords Caucus?

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Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 6
In January 2022, a bipartisan group of US representatives founded the House Abraham Accords Caucus to strengthen the existing agreements and lay the groundwork for further normalization deals. The caucus was relaunched in February 2025, and that June the same lawmakers formed the bipartisan Gaza Wo…
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How did Saudi Arabia react to the establishment of Israel?

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 6
But after 1948, when the Declaration of Independence referred to "the State of Israel," "Palestine" and "Eretz Israel" were replaced. According to standard political usage of the 20th century, the Jewish kingdom needed a name. "Israel" was accepted as a recognisable and fitting name for the fledglin…
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What happened after the Egypt-Israel Peace Treaty of 1979?

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 19
Egypt - Israel Peace Treat (1979) The Egyptian-Israeli Treaty was the first Arab-Israeli accord struck between 1978 and 1979. Egypt's President Anwar Sadat and Israel's Prime Minister Begin signed this bilateral pact, confusing the Carter administration's favoured comprehensive peace between Israel…
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How did Saudi Arabia's support for Hamas change after 2005?

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 15
15 of the 19 9/11 hijackers were Saudi, which diverted attention from the Palestinians to Saudi support of religious extremism. Dr. Dore Gold, a Sharon advisor, wrote ‘Hatred's Kingdom: How Saudi Arabia Supports the New Global Terrorism’, which showed that the Saudis pay Hamas. Saudi assistance for …
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Saudi FM: No normalization with Israel until two-state solution

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 48
Ben Samuels, No Normalization With Israel Until Two- state Solution Reached, Saudi FM Says, Haaretz, 2022. https://www.haaretz.com/middle-east-news/2022-07- accessed 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. ~179 ~ http://www.allstudyjournal.com 16/ty-article/ premium/no-normal…
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Jordan and Israel challenge PLO leader's claims

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Jordan and Israel are directly challenging the PLO leader's claims to precedence over the holy sites and his goal to make East Jerusalem the capital of his future state. In the Arava, the ceremony's warmth and the desert's shimmering heat absorbed the rage. Jordan and Israel shut off the area, and n…
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who attended the peace negotiation ceremony in 1991

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 23
Guests included politicians, diplomats, business executives, and priests, from black-hatted rabbis to Imams in flowing robes. 10 foreign ministers, including Warren Christopher and Andrei V. Kozyrev, attended the ceremony. Despite American supremacy, their nations co- sponsor peace negotiations in t…
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Saudi Arabia foreign policy on Iran and Syria

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Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Policy on Iran and the Proxy War in Syria: Toward a New Chapter?, Israel Journal of Foreign Affairs. 2014;8(3):25-34. Vivian Nereim. Saudi Prince Says Israel Is a Potential Ally, Not an Enemy. (Online), Available: 2022. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-03- 03/saudi…
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What efforts has Saudi Arabia made since 1981?

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 52
Since 1981, Saudi Arabia has been making many efforts in that direction for certain reasons and factors. See Hossein Sadeghi and Hassan Ahmadian. Iran-Saudi Relations: Past Pattern, Future Outlook. Iranian Review of Foreign Affairs. 2011;1(4):115-48.
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How is Iran's support in the region related to US intervention?

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Target document: 52.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 15
Popular support for Iran in 1422|Page Vol. 04 No. 01. July-September 2025 Advance Social Science Archive Journal the region was gained by Iran's resistance to US intervention in the Middle East and its ongoing support for Israel. Iran has identified two regional proxies, Hamas and Hezbollah, to su…
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how does the Israel-Iran conflict illustrate proxy warfare?

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Target document: 52.pdf
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(Live, 2025) Research Design: The current study under consideration adopts a qualitative research design, combining historical analysis with an examination of the current elevated conflict situation between both countries. Data Collection Methods: The study uses secondary data sources such as aca…
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impact of Israel-Iran conflict on Middle East stability

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Target document: 52.pdf
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How do proxy wars, particularly those involving Israel and Iran, promote regional instability in the Middle East? 2. What is the impact of the Israel-lran conflict on regional security and stability? 3. What impact does the United States' support for Israel and Iran's funding for militias have in th…
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Iran's pro-Western policy and relations with Israel in the 1960s

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Target document: 52.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 8
(Maher, 2020) The Iranian shah kept its pro-Western foreign policy and relations with Israel intact, but they were kept under wraps in a calculated move that provided a unique meaning for the phrase "world realpolitik." (Rezaei and Cohen, 2014). e Theme 2: Ideological and Strategic Difference During…
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What happened to Iran's relations post-Islamic Revolution?

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Target document: 52.pdf
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These cordial ties, however, between the two states ended with the Islamic Revolution in Iran, led by Ayatollah Khomeini. This marked the end of the Pahlavism monarchy and the establishment of the Islamic Republic. (Ali et al., 2025) With the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty, the rejection of monarc…
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Proxy wars and Regional Instability: Israel-Iran conflict

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Vol. 04 No. 01. July-September 2025 Advance Social Science Archive Journal Proxy wars and Regional Instability: Israel-lran conflict in the Middle East Arooba Abbasi MS International Relations, Muslim Youth University, Islamabad ABSTRACT The confrontation between Israel and Iran in the Middle Eas…
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importance of trade-oriented relations in international diplomacy

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Target document: 52.pdf
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An international body should involve the important regional actors and concerned global actors, such as the United States and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Cooperation Council members can cooperate to resolve the issue. 4. The era of war-related alliances has long passed; …
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Iran's proxy wars in the Middle East

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Target document: 52.pdf
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(Hamzawy, 2025) The Islamic Republic's regional proxies—the foundation of its regional doctrine, which was largely established following the 2003 US invasion of Iraq and Saddam Hussein's demise—are either militarily or politically depleted. (Hamzawy, 2025) Iran has a history of starting proxy wars …
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What are Qatar's incentives for non-Qatari investors?

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 12
What is the minimum capital requirement for setting up a non-Qatari company? No minimum capital is specified. It depends on the size of the business that will be established in the State of Qatar. Does Qatar offer incentives to investors? Qatar offers the following incentives to investors: e Non-Qa…
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types of visas issued by Qatar's Ministry of Interior

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 11
There are various future projects in the other sectors to be performed under the umbrella of Law No. 13 of 2000 and its before amendments. These projects are meant to meet the needs of citizens and residents and provide unique and privileged services. 23 Visa types Types of visas issued by diplomat…
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What is the purpose of ECQ in the Gulf region?

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 9
The purpose of ECQ is to enhance the Gulf region's ability to capture critical revenue streams from hydrocarbons and act as a nucleus for the core elements of the Middle East’s growing oil and gas industry. ECQ is located midway between the Dafna business/residential district and the Lusail developm…
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investment sectors for non-Qatari investors in Qatar

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 5
Permitted investment sectors By a decision of the minister, non-Qatari investors may exceed the proportion of their contribution of the 49% up to 100% of the project capital, within the fields of agriculture, industry, health, W h a t 9 education, tourism, development, exploitation of natural resou…
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What are the investment restrictions for non-Qatari investors in Qatar?

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 4
Any areas other than the previously mentioned may be added by a decision of the Council of Ministers. 2-3 Non-Qatari Investors mentioned in the two previous clauses are prohibited to invest in the fields of banking, insurance companies, commercial agencies, and real estates purchase. 2-4 Non-Qatari …
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What was Qatar's GDP growth rate in 2015?

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
GjLUIg aLais II dysljg Ministry of Economy and Commerce Content Foreword by the Minister State of Qatar General information Economic statistics of Qatar Ministry of Economy and Commerce Investment in the State of Qatar Major ongoing projects in state of Qatar (industrial & non-industrial projec…
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contact information for mec.gov.qa

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
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EID OLIEAED & mec_aatar FF 1 [S) +97466111400 (8Y 16001 www.mec.gov.qa | info@mec.gov.qa
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What sectors does Ras Bufontas special economic zone cover?

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Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 7
ac Ras Bufontas special economic zone q adjacent to Hamad International Airport, covers the following sectors: healthcare nN 4 & medical devices, aircraft and automobile industries, advanced technology, So] logistics, and business services. se D . Abo _ Al Karaana Economic Zone Honowe zones sowrav…
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How do Sunni narratives reinforce identity against Shia communities?

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Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 16
The article posits that such narratives not only fuel animosity but also reinforce a collective identity among Sunni groups that positions them in opposition to Shia communities. This is particularly evident in the framing of Shiite presence as analogous to that of Israel, a comparison that signifie…
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the role of non-violent Islamist groups in the Middle East

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Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 15
The competition for power and survival emerges as fundamental motivators for groups engaging in violent conflict. This perspective underscores the necessity for developing peaceful avenues for expressing grievances and seeking representation, which is particularly urgent in the current geopolitical …
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impact of the Sunni-Shia divide on regional alliances post-Arab Spring

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Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 7
Each article contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding sectarian identities and their implications for political dynamics in the Middle East. This study aims to shed light on political sectarianism in contemporary Islamic thought, focusing specifically on how the Sunni-Sh…
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How GCC autocrats view Shi’a activism as a threat

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Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 12
The author posits that GCC autocrats perceive the rise of Shi’a activism as a direct threat to their power, which has led to an increase in sectarian rhetoric aimed at scapegoating Shia communities for broader societal grievances. This tactic, while historically common, poses severe risks of inflami…
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Causes and impacts of sectarianism in Gulf and Arab models

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The Decline of Sunnis: Sectarian Displacement, Death Militias, and Life in Exile After the American Invasion of Iraq (1st ed.). Beirut: Arab Research and Publishing Network. Shanqeeti, M. M. (2014, April 1). Sunnis and Shias Between Communication and Division. Al Jazeera. https://cutt.us/NIDJS Shbi…
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Saudi Arabia's support in Sunni sectarian conflicts

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Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 30
This section is structured into two subsections: forms of sectarian conflict and their political-military implications, and the regional transformations post-Arab Spring. 2.1 Forms of Sectarian Conflict and Their Political-Military Implications The Sunni dimension in regional conflicts often manife…
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Saudi Arabia Iran relationship historical analysis

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Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 18
In the article, provides a comprehensive analysis of the historical and contemporary dynamics between Saudi Arabia and Iran, two pivotal players in the Middle East whose sectarian identities significantly influence their political interactions and regional alliances. The article meticulously outline…
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Who is Ma’an al-Jarba and his connection to Iran?

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Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 31
Conversely, Iran cultivated figures such as Saudi-born Ma’an al- Jarba, founder of the "Karama Movement" in Lebanon, whose Sunni Shafi'i-Ash'ari heritage resonated strategically with Iranian interests due to his ideological alignment with the so-called resistance axis. Iran's declared policy of expo…
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Iran's uranium enrichment history from 2003 to 2005

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 17
In fact, Iran voluntarily ceased enriching uranium between 2003 and 2005; however, the Bush administration adopted a maximalist stance by refusing Iran’s right to uranium enrichment under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of NuclearWeapons (NPT) (Mousavian & Toossi, 2017, p. 70). Moreover, in Augu…
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What role did the U.S. play in Iran during Mohammad Reza Shah's rule?

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 6
While Mohammad Reza Shah, who ruled Iran between 1942 and 1979, was in need of American assistance against the Soviet Union in the aftermath of the Second World War, Iran and Israel were both in opposition to the pan-Arabism movement that emerged after the new Arab states gained independence. This r…
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Iran nuclear weapon enrichment obligations 2023

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 15, index 53
needs to make it clear whether Iran, breaching its obligations under the deal, reached sufficient level of enriched uranium to produce nuclear weapon and whether it could deploy nuclear weapons on ballistic missiles. At that point, Israel and Saudi Arabia, having a key role in the regional balances,…
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Overview of China-Iran relations and Central Asia impact

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 17, index 58
The Perspective of Joe Biden Administration, Stosunki Miedzynarodowe-International Relations, 2(12). https://doi.org/10.12688/stomiedintrelat.17473.1 2022). An Overview of China-lran Relations and Its Impact on Central Asia, Asya Arastirmalari Uluslararas: Sosyal Bilimler —Dergisi, 6(1), 103-114. …
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The Dangers of a Nuclear Iran article summary

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 17, index 59
The Dangers of a Nuclear Iran: The Limits of Containment, Foreign Affairs, 90(1). https://www.jstor.org/stable/25800382. Ehteshami, A. (2002). The Foreign Policy of Iran. In Hinnebusch R. & Ehteshami, A. (Ed.) The Foreign Policies of Middle East States (283-310). Lynne Rienner. https://books.googl…
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Trump's anti-Iran strategy and its goals

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 33
would not carry on business with “anyone doing business with Iran” (Reuters, 2018). From a broader perspective, it was even argued that the Republican Trump administration maintained “purposefully and deliberately hostile relations with Iran” since its objective was to ensure American military prese…
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Trump's maximum pressure strategy on Israel-Palestine conflict

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
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encouragement of Arab countries to make peace with Israel and its downplaying approach toward the Israeli-Palestinian conflict were considered as part of Trump’s maximum pressure strategy (Tang & Pan, 2022, p. 192). On the other hand, the U.S. could not form an anti-Iran coalition with its European …
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How has the US withdrawal from Afghanistan affected Iran's security concerns?

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Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 45
Furthermore, the withdrawal of American forces from Afghanistan has fueled Iran’s fear that Kirklareli Universitesi iktisadi ve idari Bilimler Fakiiltesi Dergisi ISSN: 2146-3417 | E-ISSN: 2587-2052 Cilt 12, Say: 02, Eylul 2023 286 287 KAYA; United States-Iran Relations: The Trump Impact, 275-295.…
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how does hypermasculinity influence Putin and Trump?

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
Sarah Ashwin and Jennifer Utrata Contexts draft feature, 13 May 2019 “Revenge of the Lost Men: From Putin’s Russia to Trump’s America” A major legacy of the Soviet Union is the overburdening of Russian women and demoralization of men. Putin uses hypermasculinity to appeal to these men. Is Trump ste…
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gender roles in Soviet Russia and men's identity struggles

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 5
There was no public call for men to share the load of the work at home or with children. Men were seen as having little or no place at home apart from contributing their paycheck. While this more limited expectation might seem more manageable than women’s interminable double burden, men who had a ha…
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What were the conditions for ordinary Russians in the 1990s?

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 7
Hopes that marketization would improve living standards were quickly dashed as ordinary Russians faced a catastrophic fall in living standards, sky-rocketing inequality, and symptoms of economic dislocation such as routine nonpayment of wages. Rather than longing for “communism,” Russians instead fe…
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How did Putin align with the Orthodox Church on gender traditionalism?

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 11
The regime, in alliance with the Orthodox Church, began constructing opponents as alien “others,” using gender traditionalism as a signifier of Russianness. Melding nationalist and patriarchal themes, both Putin and church leaders have presented demographic decline as a threat to national security, …
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What is the concept of a gender new deal?

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 16
As progressives push for a green new deal, they should consider that a new politics also requires a gender new deal. Heeding the lessons of Russia’s unfinished gender revolution, a gender new deal would focus on degendering breadwinning, carework and domestic labor, alongside a revaluation of domest…
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How did Pussy Riot influence feminism and politics?

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 14
For example, Pussy Riot was successfully “othered” and marginalized, and even Russia’s feminist movement was divided about them. Trump’s victory shows that feminism has not fully inoculated American society against the appeal of patriarchal populism. After all, many of his sexist and racist campaign…
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Masculinity Restored? Putin’s Russia and Trump’s America article

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
THE LONDON SCHOOL oF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE Ashwin, Sarah & Utrata, Jennifer (2020) Masculinity Restored?: Putin’s Russia and Trump’s America. Contexts, 19(2). https ://researchonline.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/101146/ Version: Accepted Version This document is the author’s accepted version of …
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Why was the annexation of Crimea welcomed in Russia?

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 12
Played out with a tough guy demeanor, the annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 — which was mainly greeted with euphoria in Russia — was an act of national “restoration” with geopolitical implications. At the other end of the spectrum, a show that rivals “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” but wit…
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China Iran joint military exercises significance 2000-2023

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 13
These acquisitions suggest that the strategic military relationship between Beijing and Tehran is increasing. Joint Military Exercises These exercises represent one of the main dimensions of military cooperation between China and Iran, allowing the two partners to develop their military know-how …
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How does the China-Iran relationship affect Middle East stability?

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 16
49 For now, this relationship militates against the usual Middle East regional balance. China represents an entirely different balance of power structure than one usually seen in the Gulf, where the US is the external hegemonic power and a balancer to regional threats. While China and Iran grow clo…
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China's military support to Iran under sanctions

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 10
This study provides broader considerations given the ongoing nature of the sanctions the two states: implications for regional stability on one hand, and interpretations of the effectiveness of "smart sanctions" as means of influencing the calculus of other current US rivals on the other. Responses …
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South Pars Gas Field partnership leaves China

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 16, index 23
The South Pars Gas Field partnership leaves China National Petroleum. United Nations Comtrade (2023). Trade Statistics Document.
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China's missile exports to Iran and their impact on defense

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 12
25 No.2, December 2024) 2023* | Ballistic DF-15 Short | N/A 300 Potentials for Missile Range boosting Iran’s Technology | Ballistic missile arsenal Missile Components Note: the data for 2023 includes estimated deliveries and is based on open source intelligence. Key Observations Surface-to-Air and…
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Iran and China relationship during sanctions

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 15, index 18
25 No.2, December 2024) Notes and References China Customs (2023). Annual China Report on Imports of Crude Oil.Organ of the United Nations (2020). Ancient Partners in a Post- Imperial World. University of Washington Press. Cordesman, A.H. (2019). Arms transactions and defense budgets in the Gulf. …
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China in the Middle East by Scobell and Nadar

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 16, index 22
Scobell, A. & Nadar, A. (2016). China in the Middle East. The Wary Dragon. RAND Corporation. SIPRI (2022). Trends in International Arms Transfers, 2021. Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. . Reuters (2019). The South Pars Gas Field partnership leaves China National Petroleum. United …
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impact of US sanctions on China-Iran relations

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Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 8
42 Pakistan Vision (Vol. 25 No.2, December 2024) Key Observations . Energy Security. In infrastructure investments — such as the development of a natural gas pipeline (Iranian section of the Iran-Pakistan pipeline) and refineries (construction of a new refinery in Etella), among others. . Port Sec…
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How did Nasser become a hero in the Arab world?

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Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 10
Consequently, it was the United States that stopped Israel, France and UK but Nasser was the beneficiary as he became a hero in the Arab world because of the retreat of the enemies. The “victory” of Nasser was also seen as the success of Arab socialist-nationalism in the region. In this context, the…
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How did NATO's acceptance of Greece and Turkey affect US aid?

conceptual
Target document: aslim-i-2018-april.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 7
The defense was also based on string of military bases and a sophisticated network of intelligence gathering devices located near the Soviet border. In 1952, NATO accepted the membership of Greece and Turkey for the security concerns although they were not seen as “democratic” countries. As a result…
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What role does CNOOC play in China's oil industry?

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Target document: Where Does China Get Its Oil_ - The Wire China.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 4
Others like CNOOC, by contrast, were founded in order to develop China’s capabilities in specific areas of the oil industry, such as holding exclusive responsibility and juridical powers over state cooperation with foreign enterprises.
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What is China's refining capacity compared to the US?

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Target document: Where Does China Get Its Oil_ - The Wire China.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 3
China has the second largest refining capacity in the world and is responsible for 16.2 percent of the world’s refinery throughput, just after the U.S., which accounts for 20 percent. One of the reasons China has increased oil imports and refining capacity is to sell to other nations, particularly i…
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Russia's role in supporting Syrian Christian minorities

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Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
Al-Shaibani met Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations April 29 in New York. In diplomatic fora, Russia has highlighted the plight of certain Christian minority groups, expressing “hope that Syria will continue to be a homeland for all its citizens, irrespective of their religious …
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Russia's stance on Iran's nuclear program

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Target document: Tab-1-Congressional-Report-006724-2025-Update-on-RUS-Support-for-Syria-and-Iran-HRC1251263.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 6
The EU, UK, and United States retained these sanctions — but Russia has not. Russia also attended trilateral China-Iran-Russia talks in March and April to discuss Iran’s nuclear program, often with the participation of IAEA representatives, during which Russia reiterated its assessment that Iran’s n…
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What defines modern war according to the War Studies University?

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Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
2 The Union of Soviet Socialist Republic would be 90. The anniversary of formation, http:// www.newsweek.pl/historia/zwiazek-socjalistycznych-republik-sowieckich-mialby-90-lat-- rocznica-utworzenia,100002,1,1.html [06.10.2016]. 92 The characteristic of the new dimension of war In order to develop t…
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impact of the dissolution of the Soviet Union on world order

conceptual
Target document: The-new-dimension-of-war.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
These features result from the dynamics of liability of the interstate situation over the centuries. 91 In this article, the author puts the main focus on the changes happening at the turn of the XX and XXI centuries. An immeasurable metamorphosis of the contemporary world order was the dissolution …
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How did Russia's intervention in Syria affect Turkey-Russia relations?

conceptual
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 2
This begins by arguing that the risk of military confrontation in the air between Turkey and Russia necessitates the creation of new channels between the states in order to avoid the risk of diplomatic and military escalation. Avoiding such escalation would also ensure that bilateral cooperation in …
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How has Russian intervention changed Turkey's policies on Syria?

fact-seeking
Target document: Russias_Shifting_Strategy_in_Syria_Implications_for_Turkish_Foreign_Policy.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 10
Such channels would also stem any decline of bilateral cooperation in the economic sphere between the two countries as well. Secondly, Russian intervention has created a new reality on the ground, and this forces Turkey to revise its policies on the Syrian conflict. Russia’s engagement in the Syria…
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What is the Deal of the Century proposed by Jared Kushner?

summary-style
Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
Jared Kushner, Trump's adviser on the Arab-Israeli dossier, put forward a plan to replace the principle of “land for peace” with that of “peace to prosperity” in the pretentiously named Deal of the Century, which ended without much fanfare. In this formula, the most the Palestinians could hope for w…
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Israel Saudi Arabia rapprochement Palestinian statehood negotiations

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Target document: Israeli-Saudi-Normalization-Visctim-7-october-Alvarez-Ossorio_IEMedYearbook2024.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 10
According to sources familiar with these ne- gotiations, this plan would also “tie rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia to substantial [and irreversible] steps toward Palestinian statehood,” (Mackinnon and Gramer, 2024). In any case, it seems clear that the chances of suc- cess of this medi…
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What was the inflation rate in the 1970s related to the petrodollar?

fact-seeking
Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 7
However, the most prominent increase in the value of dollar was around the 1970’s, the birth year of the petrodollar. Along with JETIR1901962 | Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR) www.jetir.org 435 © 2019 JETIR January 2019, Volume 6, Issue 1 www.jetir.org (ISSN-2349-51…
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impact of Saudi Aramco IPO on Petro Yuan

fact-seeking
Target document: JETIR1901962.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 17
This move is likely to build up goodwill and further the cause of the Petro Yuan. This has already happened on a small scale as discussed earlier, where countries which form a part of the MEFMI have agreed to increase their dealings in the Yuan. The upcoming IPO of Saudi Aramco is also likely to pla…
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How does China view the Syrian conflict's impact on terrorism?

fact-seeking
Target document: DIIS-China_the_Syrian_conflict_and_the_threat_of_terrorism_webversion.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 4
Chinese officials stress that m solutions cannot solve the conflict, but can only urther destabilise the country and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis. Fighting terrorism Beijing fears that the Syrian conflict will serve to urther inspire and globalize domestic terrorist groups. n recent years,…
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China's involvement in the Syrian conflict 2012

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Target document: DIIS-China_the_Syrian_conflict_and_the_threat_of_terrorism_webversion.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
In 2012, for example, Chinese flags were burnt in Arab capitals after Beijing vetoed a U Security Council resolution calling for the removal of President Bashar al-Assad. Among the foreign powers active in Syria, Beijing is regarded as the more passive partner to Rus defending the Syrian govern…
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how does hypermasculinity relate to Putin's power?

conceptual
Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 18
Analyzes Russian family life ethnographically and comparatively, examining the “normalized gender crisis” in everyday family relations from multiple perspectives, including those of single mothers, married mothers, nonresident fathers, and grandmothers. Sarah Ashwin and Jennifer Utrata Contexts dra…
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Trump and Putin's use of gender in politics

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Target document: Contexts_RevengeoftheLostMen_21_January_2020.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 2
Here we focus on the close affinities revealed by a gender lens on these leaders’ strategies and performances. Trump and Putin rely on similar projections of gendered power to maximize their appeal to voters. Both embrace an idea of masculinity that is crass and sexist, reveling in bad manners while…
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How is China responding to Syria's counterterrorism efforts?

fact-seeking
Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 6
It also sent a sig- nal to the international community, including China, that the Syrian government intends to take counterterrorism seriously and will not allow foreign fighters to operate freely or undermine international security. The cumu- lative effect of these developments was that Beijing fel…
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Omar Diaby jihadist camp operation October 21

direct
Target document: Caution-to-Engagement-Chinas-Shift-Toward-the-New-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 5
And those who fail to comply with state policies will face necessary measures. The case of Franco-Senegalese jihadist Omar Diaby illustrates how this policy would play out on the ground. Leading a group of foreign fighters in a camp in Idlib, Diaby has refused to integrate into the Syrian army and f…
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overview of Ukraine conflict and peace talks

summary-style
Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 11
Ukraine conflict: An overview The background to those talks is examined in the following Commons Library briefings: e kraine and Russia: A shift in US policy April 2025 e Developments in Ukraine peace talks (April to June 2025), June 2025 1 Useful sources / suggested reading e House of Commons …
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What are the effects of delayed military assistance on Ukraine's frontline?

summary-style
Target document: CBP-9723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 4
He called for a “united approach across the whole frontline and a new vision for the war, mobilization and recruitment”. General Zaluzhny was replaced by Colonel General Oleksandr Syrsky. Zaluzhny has since been appointed as Ambassador to the UK. Russian tactical gains in eastern Ukraine Delays in …
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Gulf States and Israel after the Abraham Accords

direct
Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Arab Reform Initiative Bawader / Commentary, 6 November 2020 The Gulf States and Israel after the Abraham Accords > Fatiha Dazi-Héni U.S. President Donald Trump (2nd R), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (2nd L), UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan (R) and Bahrain Foreign M…
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What is the significance of Israel's normalization with Gulf states?

fact-seeking
Target document: Arab_Reform_Initiative_en_the-gulf-states-and-israel-after-the-abraham-accords_14899.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 1
They also give Israel unprecedented direct access to the Arabian Peninsula and the Persian Gulf. Anumber of questions arise. What exactly happened in the region between the establishment of trade missions in 1996, the adoption of the Arab peace plan at the Summit of the League of Arab States (LAS) i…
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Who are the Senior Analysts at EUISS?

fact-seeking
Target document: Alert_Russia-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 5
Florence Gaub and Nicu Popescu are Senior Analysts at the EUISS. September 2013 QN-AL-13-028-2A-N | ISSN 2315-1129
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G20 summit discussions on Syria and military action

direct
Target document: Alert_Russia-Syria.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
Russia and Syria - The odd couple by Florence Gaub and Nicu Popescu As the world awaits a possible military strike - led by the US - on Syria, the leaders of the G20 are gathering for their annual summit in St Petersburg. This time round, the issue of war is likely to over- shadow discussions on t…
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How did Iran undermine regional stability according to the 2022 National Defense Strategy?

fact-seeking
Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 46
In the 2022 National Defense Strategy of the U.S., it was reiterated that Iran undermined regional stability since it supported terrorist groups and military proxies including al-Qaeda and ISIS (U.S. Department of Defense, 2022, p. 5). It was even alleged that Iran’s reliance on its non- state clien…
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Trump's impact on US-Iran relations and the nuclear deal

fact-seeking
Target document: 10.53306-klujfeas.1329020-3271064.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
It is Trump pushed the bilateral icy legacy prevailed over Keywords: The United States of America, Iran, foreign policy, sanctions, nuclear deal. 1 Res. Asst. Dr., Trakya University Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of International Relations, emirhankaya@trakya.edu.tr,…
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China's stance during the Libyan crisis

direct
Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 17
“Explanatory Remarks by Ambassador Wang Min after General Assembly Vote on Draft Resolution on Syria,” Permanent Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the UN, August 3, 2012, http://www.china-un.org/eng/hyyfy/t958262.htm. and other similar cites. 8 Beijing had originally taken a similar stanc…
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Zhang Xinyi articles on Middle East turmoil and Libya intervention

direct
Target document: CLM39MS.pdf
Target chunk: Page 13, index 23
°7 See Zhang Xinyi, “Turmoil in Middle East not result of oppressive autocracy,” People’s Daily, March 24, 2011, http://english.peopledaily.com.cn/90001/90780/9 1343/7330452.html; Zhang Xinyi, “Libya intervention: Driven by oil or humanitarianism?” People’s Daily, March 23, 2011, http://english.peop…
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Crypto and financial literacy of cryptoasset owners vs non-owners

direct
Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 13
(2023), “Crypto and financial literacy of cryptoasset owners versus non- [18] owners: The role of gender differences”, Journal of Financial Literacy and Wellbeing, Vol. 1/3, pp. 514-540, https://doi.org/10.1017/FLW.2024.2. Chui, E. and G. Lau (2023), “Behavioural Science Study on Investor Behaviour…
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importance of digital financial literacy for using crypto-assets

conceptual
Target document: 19cfecad-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 6
es 29 Ps S88 Fes ‘s SSIS ce SESS SP SSSR SS SS SAME ES © Ws S we WWE SH BBS PS ss <> Q Ss LO 4s oR on RS wd Ye Note: These results should be interpreted with caution, as they are based on a small number of observations. The results for Jordan, Mexico and Saudi Arabia should be interpreted with caut…
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Bahrain suspends relations with Israel November 2023

direct
Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 11
Bahrain’s parliament suspended relations with Israel in November 2023 and recalled the Bahraini ambassador, but this move was largely symbolic as the executive branch retains control over the country’s foreign relations. In Morocco, air links with Israel were suspended and tourism dropped. The pros…
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what was discussed at the Negev Forum conference 2022

fact-seeking
Target document: Abraham-Accords_Backgrounder_2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 5
To help push through the Emirati-Israeli agreement, the US advanced a $23 billion F-35 and drone sale to the UAE. Trump’s approach effectively sidelined the Palestinian issue. The Biden administration built on the Abraham Accords with the inaugural Negev Forum conference, hosted by Israel in March …
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how governance differs in Gulf states compared to mature societies

conceptual
Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 15
Most of them are relatively young, and there has been little opportunity to develop the checks and balances seen in more mature societies. Breakneck development in recent years has catapulted the Gulf states into the modern era, but in terms of governance, practice has developed little and many deci…
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How did the oil industry change Arabian society in the 1970s?

fact-seeking
Target document: 9781847659149_preview.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 3
Arabian society was largely untouched by modernisation before the 1970s, relying on traditional forms of social organisa- tion. Tribal structures were important. Since the crash of the pearl market in the 1930s, the economies of the region had been sluggish. Many inhabitants had a semi-subsistence l…
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What is the purpose of the Red Sea Council?

fact-seeking
Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 23, index 35
In an era where digital governance is becoming as strategically important as physical infrastructure, this initiative not only enhances economic competitive- ness but also positions the Gulf as a standard-setter in an area traditionally dominated by global tech powers. Source: KUNA (2025) Saudi Ara…
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How do GCC countries use economic power for influence?

fact-seeking
Target document: 68ef7f15cbc21MiddlePowersMultipolarWorldTheEvolvingRoleGulfStatesGlobalRegionalOrder2.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 14
These tools, economic leverage, mediation diplomacy, security partnerships, cultural engagement, and technological investment, allow the GCC countries to project influence well beyond their geographic boundaries. By combining traditional strengths, such as energy dominance, with newer avenues of eng…
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What benefits does Qatar offer to foreign investors?

summary-style
Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 3
The department is tasked with strengthening the relationship between prospective investors and government agencies, helping them to establish a business in the State of Qatar. Investment in the State of Qatar Qatar represents an attractive destination for foreign investments, offering investors pol…
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What is Lusail Iconic Stadium and its capacity?

summary-style
Target document: 5c80a2e9a8bd4b3a990c0306_MEC_Investment Booklet_EN.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 10
Lusail Iconic Stadium The new Lusail Iconic Stadium, with a capacity of 86,250 people will host the opening and final matches of the 2022 FIFA world cup. Located in Lusail City, the stadium takes its inspiration from the sail of a traditional showboat and is surrounded by water. After the FIFA worl…
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requirements for making investment information available in Ukraine

fact-seeking
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 5
subsoil users, a provision requiring the recipient thereof, at any time it is seeking to raise capital, to make relevant investment information available to the Partnership in accordance with the LP Agreement. (b) Each Governmental Authority of Ukraine that is authorized to approve a public-private …
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Ukraine Government responsibilities in licensing Natural Resource Assets

fact-seeking
Target document: 68133ce8f2e82842702204.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 6
In recognition of the shared interest in ensuring that this Agreement and the LP Agreement are consistent with the strategic interests of both Parties, the Government of Ukraine shall cause each Governmental Authority of Ukraine that is authorized to issue licenses or special permits for subsoil use…
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What are the tax exemptions for the partnership in Ukraine?

summary-style
Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 3
These include minerals as well as energy commodities (such as oil, gas and liquefied natural gas) and leaves room for other minerals or hydrocarbons, if the parties agree. The Agreement foresees a tax-efficient environment for investment. Recognising that all economic activity related to the partner…
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What are the implications of the US-Ukraine Minerals Agreement?

summary-style
Target document: 2025-06-FP-Mineral-deal-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 5
The Agreement also provides flexibility over future amendments, but only if both sides agree in writing. 3 | MUCH MORE THAN MINERALS: THE US-UKRAINE MINERALS AGREEMENT AND ITS GEOPOLITICAL IMPLICATIONS FROM POTENTIAL TO PROFIT The Agreement is limited to new projects — existing mining operations a…
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How is Iran responding to recent Israeli attacks?

fact-seeking
Target document: 52.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
Iran, through its proxies, seeks to discourage Israeli and US attacks on its territory by constantly threatening their interests, as well as to enhance its role in regional crises. Faced with the realities following October 7, 2023, and infliction of devastating damage by Israel on Iran's proxies su…
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How has Iran strengthened its regional influence?

fact-seeking
Target document: 52.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 11
Iran has strengthened its regional influence by using asymmetric measures, including partnerships with Syria, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Shia militias in Iraq and Yemen. Iran's "Axis of Resistance" network employs hybrid methods to counter enemies' traditional military capabilities, allowing it to pr…
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Chinese investment in Iran analysis 2013-2023

fact-seeking
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 9
Moreover, if they cannot circumvent the sanctions imposed on Iran, Chinese investors may be hamstrung. Along with the sanctions, Iran's non-participation in the FATF (Financial Action Task Force) is another challenge that will overshadow potential investments. Despite Iran’s high expectations of Chi…
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China-Iran economic security partnership 2021 news

direct
Target document: 2024-0520_Prospects-and-Complexities-of-China-Iran-Relations.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 3
3 Lucille Greer, Washinton Post, “China-lran: A New Economic Security Partnership”, 2021, httos://www.washingtonpost. com/politics/2021/04/01/china-iran-announced-new-economic-security-partnership-thats-not-alarming-it-sounds/, (accessed Mar 10, 2024) 4 Lubna Ali, Central European Management Journal…
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Why does the US view Russia as a threat?

fact-seeking
Target document: 10.33458-uidergisi.1602268-4470771.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 4
In keeping with the first hypothesis, the author claims that the US considers Russia a revisionist actor and a significant threat to its global order vision due to Russia’s annexation of Crimea and its backing of separatists in eastern Ukraine. This leads to reluctance to grant Russia higher status.…
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Ohannes Geukjian Russian Military Intervention in Syria analysis

direct
Target document: 10.33458-uidergisi.1602268-4470771.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
we Volume 22, Number 88, 2025: 107-109 ULUSLARARASI ILI$KILER | INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS https://doi.org/10.33458/uidergisi.1602268 The Russian Military Intervention in Syria Ohannes GEUKJIAN Montreal, McGill-Queen’s University Press, 2022, 312 pages, ISBN: 9780228009467 (ePUB) Damla Nur OZDEMIR …
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impact of sanctions on China-Iran trade 2000-2023

direct
Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 9
The Chinese- Iranian efforts to negotiate alternative market circuits will also be discussed, with the conclusions offering more general reflections on regional stability. Impact of Sanctions on China-Iran Trade (2000-2023) Year | Sanctions Regime | Impact on | China’s Notable Trade Response Econom…
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China Iran military cooperation arms sales technology transfer

keyword
Target document: 3_v25_2_24.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 11
There is no direct evidence to support its participation in Iran's construction of nuclear weapon system, but the data shape a strong possibility that Chinese firms have transferred technology that can be used for weaponization. This hidden relation greatly concerns the international community. Mili…
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How did non-voters influence Trump's election in 2016?

fact-seeking
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 5
One must also know who votes and who gives up voting under special circumstances. A largely difused Pew Research poll survey asked and answered the following question: “Who helped the most to elect Trump in 2016? The non-voters” (Brittany, 2018). This was fatal. Research shows that non-voters are li…
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Troyjo's defense of the Democratic candidate on gun control

direct
Target document: 200904_rtm_A12_the_resistable.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 20
Mocking Trump’s eccentric proposals, Troyjo defended the Democratic candidate in relation to the dramas of American domestic politics. It would bring, for example, “a denser message on gun control”, since “easy access to guns in the United States is the common element found in all mass shootings”. C…
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Why is the Caucasus important for U.S. energy interests?

fact-seeking
Target document: 2903-1454495626.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 9
Everyone is aware of the significant geopolitical lo- cation of the Caucasus not only for the states bordering with it but also for the powers which currently assumed the rights to act the Justice of the Peace, to share and rule. Some analysts voice opinion that the Caucasus attracts the United Stat…
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importance of Georgian ports for Iranian trade

fact-seeking
Target document: 2903-1454495626.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 16
One of the main reasons is using Georgian territory and especially Georgian ports to export Iranian products and accordingly to be involved in the implementa- tion of foreign-trade operations. Very soon after restoration of the national independence, in 1995, former President of Iran Hasemi Rafsanja…
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What are the sovereign rights of both Parties over the seabed?

fact-seeking
Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 4
Both Parties mutually recognize t Official translation signed by both Parties. ® Traduction officielle signée par les deux Parties. 3 Came into force on 29 January 1969 by the exchange of the instruments of ratification, which took place at Jeddah, in accordance with article 5. “No, 9976 244 United…
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offshore boundary agreement signed in Teheran on October 24, 1968

direct
Target document: volume-696-I-9976-English.pdf
Target chunk: Page 6, index 6
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the above-named plenipotentiaries, duly autho- tized by their respective Governments, have signed this Agreement. Done at Teheran, this Second day of Sha’ban, 1388 (Hejira calendar), corresponding to the Second day of Aban, 1347 (Iranian Calendar), and to the twenty-fourth day of…
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Trump's relationships with Middle Eastern leaders

fact-seeking
Target document: the-middle-east-after-trump-a-reshuffling-of-the-cards--galip-dalay-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 4
In other words, not only has Trump had little regard for rule of law or human rights in Middle East- ern state’s domestic politics, he has also had little respect and concern for the rules, norms and institutions in the conduct of the intra- regional politics. Likewise, in a region where power is wi…
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How does Biden's approach to Turkey differ from Trump's?

fact-seeking
Target document: the-middle-east-after-trump-a-reshuffling-of-the-cards--galip-dalay-1.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 7
Biden, in contrast, is likely to try to accommo- date part of their concerns during diplomatic 3 19 AIFEL 'STANBUL POLITICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE engagement with Iran. Putting this aside, Biden is likely to pursue a more anti-Russian policy in the region. Having said that, this does not mean the US…
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Israel and Saudi Arabia normalization process

keyword
Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
The Current Situation A gradual - if slow process - of normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia has been underway for some time. Riyadh has taken a strategic decision to move cautiously toward improved relations with Israel. Indeed, in recent years there has been slow movement toward more open…
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Israel's influence on US policy regarding Saudi Arabia

fact-seeking
Target document: special-publication-230723.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 14
commitment to refrain from annexation and will demand moves on the ground that do not weaken the Palestinian Authority. The United States: Israel has an interest in stronger Riyadh-Washington ties, partly because they have direct consequences for the Kingdom's willingness to advance toward normaliza…
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Dmitry Medvedev remarks on Russia's negotiation efforts

direct
Target document: ies-commentaries-1415-155-2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 2, index 4
The main outcome of the summit, as indicated by Dmitry Medvedev, was a decision to continue further negotiation efforts towards an agreement’ (for further details on Russia's earlier demands, see ‘IES Commentary’ No. 1351). However, given the role of the former Russian President in strategic communi…
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Who attended the summit between the US and Russia?

fact-seeking
Target document: ies-commentaries-1415-155-2025.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 1
540), especially since the summit took place on US territory. In addition to the presidents, the talks between the two delegations were also attended by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Representative of the President Steven Witkoff on the US side, and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey La…
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Trump Ukraine NATO crossroads for Europe

direct
Target document: iaicom2476.pdf
Target chunk: Page 4, index 7
Managing Expectations on the New Pact and External Deals 24|70 Giulia Daga, NATO's Dilemma in the MENA Region: A Critical Reflection 24|69 Polina Sinovets, US-Germany Missile Agreement: Deterrence or Escalation? 24|68 Federico Petrangeli, International Law versus Realpolitik? The European Union Co…
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Russia's influence in Syria and failure to support Assad

summary-style
Target document: iaicom2476.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 4
This growing influence positions him to play a decisive role in shaping Russia's future in Syria. Yet, no matter how events unfold, the political blow to Moscow is undeniable. Russian invincibility’s myth debunked The Syrian debacle underscores not merely a lack of political will but a stark inabil…
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How does the SCO compare to the EU and NATO?

fact-seeking
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 24
If this is the case, the SCO has the potential to become a compelling international organization, rivaling the European Union (E.U.) and NATO while potentially being as crucial as the G-20 and the BRICS. However, it is too early to predict the implications for the time being; however, according to c…
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How did the Soviet Union's dissolution affect China's international position?

fact-seeking
Target document: AN OVERVIEW OF CHINA-IRAN RELATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON CENTRAL ASIA[#1050202]-2163937.pdf
Target chunk: Page 10, index 30
The dissolution of the Soviet Union resulted in the transformation of the world from bipolar to unipolar in 1991. A series of events at the global level in a few years since 1989 had significant repercussions worldwide and deeply affected China's international position. The Sino-West rapprochement, …
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Catherine R. Antosh analysis of Shia communities and sectarian tensions

direct
Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 5, index 13
The analysis indicates that the path toward reform and greater representation for Shia communities is fraught with obstacles, particularly in the face of escalating sectarian tensions. Catherine R. Antosh's article presents a nuanced examination of the complexities surrounding sectarian violence in …
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how to reform religious education in Muslim-majority countries

fact-seeking
Target document: 26.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 36
Curricular Reform: It is essential to revise religious education curricula in Muslim-majority countries to remove content that incites sectarian hatred or reinforces negative stereotypes. Educational reforms should promote dialogue, coexistence, and tolerance. 3. Research and Monitoring Centers: Est…
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Cyril Obi African Oil in China India security

direct
Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 14, index 19
Cyril Obi, “African Oil in the Security Calcula- tions of China in India,’ in Fantu Cheru and Cyril Obi (eds.), The Rise of China and India in Africa: Challenges, Opportunities and Critical Interven- tions, (London: Zed Books, 2010). 12. Lucy Corkin, “Forum: African Agency in the Context of China in…
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How are China-Africa relations different from neo-colonialism?

fact-seeking
Target document: china-oil-and-africa-a-new-perspective-21jki13l17.pdf
Target chunk: Page 12, index 14
It is clear that the texture of relations is complex and cannot be reduced to the familiar story of neo-colonialism or neo-imperialism that has dominated discourses on Africa's encounter with the West. In spite of the often ideologically col- ored lens with which China-Africa relations have been vie…
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role of neutral states in the Helsinki Final Act

fact-seeking
Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 1, index 0
In: IFSH (ed.), OSCE Yearbook 2018, Baden-Baden 2019, pp. 39-51. P. Terrence Hopmann Trump, Putin, and the OSCE Introduction Since the time of the negotiation of the Helsinki Final Act between 1973 and 1975, the OSCE has largely been an institution where the neutral, non-aligned states and the “m…
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historical significance of 'America First' and nationalism

conceptual
Target document: Hopmann-en.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 7
Al In: IFSH (ed.), OSCE Yearbook 2018, Baden-Baden 2019, pp. 39-51. ignorant?” Indeed, the historical baggage cited by the president’s critics often refers to two ways in which terms such as “nationalist” and “America First” have been used in the past. The term “nationalist” has most often been used…
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Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Turkey alignment against Iran

direct
Target document: Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East After the Opec Summit[#340299]-344817.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 4
Saudi Ara- bia and Israel formed a de facto united front, joined by Turkey, for a new push against Iran, signaling a growing alignment in their interests, while US lawmakers promised to seek new sanctions on the Shi’ite Muslim power." In stark contrast with the higher perceptual positioning that Ira…
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How has US foreign policy changed towards Iran and Turkey?

fact-seeking
Target document: Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East After the Opec Summit[#340299]-344817.pdf
Target chunk: Page 3, index 5
The change of course in US foreign policy entails detachment from idealistic democracy-building experiments, limitation to subsidizing alliances, and adoption of a more antagonistic stance towards Iran, which, as a by-product, seems to have strengthened bonds in the Sunni Muslim camp including Turke…
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Trump's foreign policy in contrast to Hillary Clinton

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Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
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political establishment, including Hillary Clinton and such dogmatic Cold War warriors as John McCain, Lindsay Graham, Bob Porter, or Marco Rubio, Trump and his senior political advisor (until August 2017) Stephen Bannon were willing to accept the notion that the world was quickly changing and that …
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Trump's stance on sanctions against Russia and Ukraine

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Target document: Donald Trump and the Evolving U.S.-Russia Relationship[#631498]-828000.pdf
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Indicative in this sense were the new sanctions, introduced or at least declared against Russia, the decision to sell lethal weapons to Ukraine ona limited scale, and the change in the tone regarding Russia, made in the President's State of the Union address to Congress on January 30, 2018: Around …
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What changes have occurred in Saudi-Israeli relations?

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Target document: 483908131.pdf
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23 Rynhold and Yaari, “The Quiet Revolution in Saudi-Israeli Relations,” 3-4; Guzansky, “Saudi Arabia and Normalization with Israel,” 2. 24 Guzansky, 4. 25 Guzansky, 2, 4. 26 Guzansky, 2. 27 Rynhold and Yaari, “The Quiet Revolution in Saudi-Israeli Relations,” 8. 28 Rynhold and Yaari, 4,6. of a secu…
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How does Iran's revolution challenge Saudi Arabia?

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Target document: 483908131.pdf
Target chunk: Page 46, index 66
Arabia and Iran, and a shared perception that one country gains influence at the expense of the other. !45 The destabilizing posture of Iran’s exportation of its revolution as a progressive model of liberation challenges Saudi Arabia’s monarchical and religious establishment, and amplifies existin…
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What were the key agreements of the Abraham Accords?

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
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Each opened liaison, interest, or commercial offices in both countries. The underlying arrangements remain secret. ~ 175 ~ International Journal of Advanced Academic Studies Before the Abraham Accords, the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco had informal contacts with Israel, but none formalised them.…
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how is Israel strengthening relations with Gulf Arab countries?

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Target document: 4-3-37-133.pdf
Target chunk: Page 9, index 40
Israel’s leadership has been in constant pursuance to strengthen relations with Gulf Arab countries by exaggerating the "Iranian Threat Theory," promoting the increasingly marginalised Palestinian-Israeli issue, and using Saudi Arabia's power to help Israel achieve diplomatic breakthroughs and creat…
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impact of Iran-Saudi rivalry on Yemen and Lebanon

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Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 8, index 18
Critically, despite their comprehensive analyses, none of the authors extensively The Struggle for Supremacy in the Middle East address the regional repercussions of the Iran-Saudi rivalry, such as the famine in Yemen, the Syrian refugee crisis, and political instability in Lebanon, which have prof…
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What does Talal Mohammad say about Khatami’s presidency?

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Target document: 01JJ1YFA29998EZ2P8KF9B1YF7.pdf
Target chunk: Page 7, index 13
Another critical point is the retrospective analysis of Khatami’s presidency, explained in detail in Talal Mohammad’s work, which underscores a historically productive period for Iran-Saudi rapprochement. However, comprehensive scrutiny of this era’s contributions to conflict resolution is imperativ…
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Qatar's foreign policy shift after the al-Ula Summit

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
Target chunk: Page 16, index 27
In an effort to dial down rising tensions amid regional adversaries, the Gulf Cooperation Council’s historic al-Ula Summit held in 2021 marked a remarkable shift towards greater pragmatism in the UAE and Qatar’s foreign policy agendas (Cafiero, 2022). Rothstein’s definition of small states aptly de…
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how did political Islam emerge in the 1970s Middle East?

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Target document: 15208_pdf.pdf
Target chunk: Page 11, index 18
The regional order in the Gulf is part of a broader regional system of the Middle East, consisting of a number of cluster factors such as power dynamics, ideational factors, and domestic aspects. In the era of the 1970s, inspired by the earlier nationalistic Arab movements upholding Islamic 14 Elec…
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