Dr. Kenneth Katzman is a Senior Middle East Analyst at the U.S. Library of Congress, writing in a personal capacity.
Iran Advances its Security Objectives
U.S. – Gulf PolicyIran continues to advance its national security objectives despite the ongoing U.S. campaign of “maximum...
U.S. and Iran: 41 Years of Swinging between Engagement and Confrontation
U.S. – Gulf PolicyIntroduction Since the moment of the Islamic Republic’s inception 41 years ago, U.S. – Iran...
The Iranian Regime Battles Domestic Unrest
Politics & GovernanceFor the second time in two years, Iran’s regime has witnessed significant nationwide unrest in...
No Iran Solution in Sight
Politics & GovernanceThe September 14 attack on two critical Saudi oil infrastructure facilities has brought U.S. –...
U.S. Pressure on Iran’s Energy Sector
Politics & GovernanceOverview U.S.-Iran tensions have the potential to roil the energy market, and along with it,...
Divergent Gulf State Interests in Rival Koreas
Politics & GovernanceRecent developments on the Korean Peninsula - in particular, the improvement ...
Gulf States Split on Iran
Politics & GovernanceThe Trump Administration’s strategy to contain Iran’s regional influence is seemingly predicated on unity among...
Did Pompeo’s Visit Reassure GCC Rivals?
Politics & GovernanceIn January 2019, Secretary of State Michael Pompeo visited the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states,...
History and Growth of the Iran – Hezbollah Axis
Defense & SecurityThe 35-year relationship between Iran and the Lebanese branch of Hezbollah has ...
Evolution of U.S.-GCC Defense Cooperation
Defense & SecurityU.S. defense ties to the states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait,...