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Baker Briefing | Podcast

A New Iranian Era Emerges, Cloaked in Red

In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Ambassador David M. Satterfield speaks with Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar about the Iran war, discussing how one pivotal week may have reshaped Iran’s strategy, elevated the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, and altered the trajectory of the conflict.

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Edward P. Djerejian Center for the Middle East | Issue Brief

Oman’s Economic and Political Restructuring Under Haitham

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National Security Best Buys in Foreign Assistance

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Center for Tax and Budget Policy | Report

Harris County Faces Growing Budgetary Headwinds

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