Middle East Forum

12/06/2024

Strategic Gulf partnerships are key to countering Iranian aggression. MEF’s policy plan focuses on strengthening ties with Saudi Arabia while reassessing relationships with Qatar. Explore the full strategy:

https://www.meforum.org/press-releases/mef-publishes-reasserting-american-power-in-the-middle-east-a-blueprint-for-the-trump-administration

PHILADELPHIA – December 2, 2024 – The Middle East Forum (MEF) has published its policy plan, “Reasserting American Power in the Middle East: A Blueprint for the Trump Administration” (PDF). It outlines ways to address such challenges as Iranian aggression, Islamism, the Palestinian-Israeli c...

12/06/2024

“Any country that gives quarter to terrorists will pay a steep price.” - Congress sends a clear message on and ties after briefings by MEF experts:

PHILADELPHIA – December 6, 2024 – A bipartisan group of 39 Congress members signed a letter raising concerns over Turkey’s ties to Hamas following reports that the terrorist group relocated its political headquarters there. The letter urged Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Director of Nat...

12/05/2024

🚨 Border security isn’t just policy—it’s essential for national safety. MEF’s new plan proposes enhanced travel bans, deportation measures, and vetting processes to protect America. Discover the details:

https://www.meforum.org/press-releases/mef-publishes-reasserting-american-power-in-the-middle-east-a-blueprint-for-the-trump-administration

PHILADELPHIA – December 2, 2024 – The Middle East Forum (MEF) has published its policy plan, “Reasserting American Power in the Middle East: A Blueprint for the Trump Administration” (PDF). It outlines ways to address such challenges as Iranian aggression, Islamism, the Palestinian-Israeli c...

12/04/2024

JNS.org's reporting on MEF's 2025 policy proposals for the incoming Trump administration:

According to the Middle East Forum, “the cornerstone of U.S. Middle East policy must address Iran’s expanding regional influence and its network of proxy forces.”

12/04/2024

Did you know foreign funding transparency is critical for safeguarding U.S. campuses? Our 2025-2029 policy plan offers solutions to combat antisemitism and extremist influence in higher education. Explore our proposals:

https://www.meforum.org/press-releases/mef-publishes-reasserting-american-power-in-the-middle-east-a-blueprint-for-the-trump-administration

PHILADELPHIA – December 2, 2024 – The Middle East Forum (MEF) has published its policy plan, “Reasserting American Power in the Middle East: A Blueprint for the Trump Administration” (PDF). It outlines ways to address such challenges as Iranian aggression, Islamism, the Palestinian-Israeli c...

12/04/2024

It is slow-motion genocide, obvious to all observers except for those in the White House and State Department who wring their hands. From Michael Rubin.

It Is Slow-Motion Genocide, Obvious to All Observers Except for Those in the White House and State Department Who Wring Their Hands

12/04/2024

Americans deserve a full-scale investigation into what happened in Chicago and how to prevent the next open-borders-enabled attack on U.S. soil. From Todd Bensman.

Americans Deserve a Full-Scale Investigation Into What Happened in Chicago and How to Prevent the Next Open-Borders-Enabled Attack on U.S. Soil

12/04/2024

The taking of Aleppo city represents a dramatic and significant moment in the unresolved conflict. From Jonathan Spyer.

The Taking of Aleppo City Represents a Dramatic and Significant Moment in the Unresolved Conflict

12/03/2024

This , join us in tackling critical threats to the West. Your support helps MEF fight terrorism, track extremist funding, and defend democracy. Support our mission with a tax-deductible gift today.

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12/03/2024

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MEF exposes terror funding, fights extremism, and defends democratic values. Your tax-deductible gift makes a real impact. Together, we can confront these growing threats.

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12/03/2024

: You can watch our podcast episode, "In Obscura: Adventures in the World of Intelligence" with Peter Theroux here:

Peter Theroux’s memoir, "In Obscura," recalls the author’s journey from journalism and translation, to the CIA and the National Security Council, weaving thr...

12/03/2024

📌 Iran stands as the central challenge to U.S. interests in the Middle East. Our policy plan advocates maximum pressure to weaken Tehran’s proxies and pave the way for regime change. Find out how we propose achieving this:

https://www.meforum.org/press-releases/mef-publishes-reasserting-american-power-in-the-middle-east-a-blueprint-for-the-trump-administration

PHILADELPHIA – December 2, 2024 – The Middle East Forum (MEF) has published its policy plan, “Reasserting American Power in the Middle East: A Blueprint for the Trump Administration” (PDF). It outlines ways to address such challenges as Iranian aggression, Islamism, the Palestinian-Israeli c...

12/03/2024

🚨 This , join us in tackling the critical challenges facing the West: Islamist extremism, terror networks, and threats to our security.

Your support fuels MEF's mission to expose terror funding, push for strong policies, & defend democracy.

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12/02/2024

🚨 Big news! The Middle East Forum has unveiled its Strategic Policy Plan for the 2025-2029 Trump Administration. From countering Iran to combating campus extremism, this comprehensive roadmap addresses America’s most pressing challenges. Learn how we’re shaping

https://www.meforum.org/mef-online/reasserting-american-power-in-the-middle-east-a-blueprint-for-the-trump-administration

12/02/2024

Today at 1PM ET, join MEF for a special podcast episode with Peter Theroux, who will be discussing his book, "In Obscura: Adventures in the World of Intelligence."

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Peter Theroux’s memoir, In Obscura, recalls the author’s journey from journalism and translation, to the CIA and the National Security Council, weaving through Damascus and Hollywood. Drawing parallels between the hidden lives of intelligence officers and stunt actors, he offers an eloquent nuts...

11/26/2024

The incoming Trump administration should suspend or reprogram U.S. military assistance to Egypt. From Adam Turner.

The Incoming Trump Administration Should Suspend or Reprogram U.S. Military Assistance to Egypt

11/26/2024

Disinformation given to mainstream media normalizes news of the Supreme Leader’s death and could suppress protests when it happens. From Babak Taghvaee.

Disinformation Given to Mainstream Media Normalizes News of the Supreme Leader’s Death and Could Suppress Protests When It Happens

11/21/2024

The official Kurdish population of the Soviet Union in 1926 was 69,000, many of them in Azerbaijan. From Loqman Radpey and Michael Gelb:

The Official Kurdish Population of the Soviet Union in 1926 Was 69,000, Many of Them in Azerbaijan