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Established in Washington, DC, since 1946 the Middle East Institute has worked on increasing knowledge of the Middle East among US citizens and on promoting understanding between the peoples of the Middle East and America.

10/19/2026

In the ongoing Iran War, Iraq has found itself caught in a difficult position between the US and Iran. In a new piece, MEI’s Kenneth Pollack examines what the war is costing Iraq, why Baghdad’s ties to Washington matter more than ever, and what the US stands to lose if it lets Iraq slip into Iran’s orbit.

This article was published as part of “Beyond the Iran War,” a collection of short essays that aims to help readers see new and unexpected elements of the dynamics and impact of the ongoing hostilities.

MEI hosted a panel yesterday on the future of the US AI “stack” in the Middle East. The discussion covered what the Amer...
10/16/2026

MEI hosted a panel yesterday on the future of the US AI “stack” in the Middle East. The discussion covered what the American stack includes beyond chips, how the export program is working, the UAE’s A:5 designation, the impact of the Iran war on the region, and how the US can compete with China’s offer. MEI is grateful to moderator Rishi Iyengar of Foreign Policy, Nazak Nikakhtar of Wiley Rein LLP, and Ruth Berry of NVIDIA for a candid, insightful conversation alongside MEI Senior Fellow Mohammed Soliman.

MEI hosted H.E. Nada Hamadeh, Ambassador of Lebanon to the United States, for a private roundtable as Lebanon reaches a ...
10/09/2026

MEI hosted H.E. Nada Hamadeh, Ambassador of Lebanon to the United States, for a private roundtable as Lebanon reaches a critical juncture in its effort to restore state sovereignty. With the conflict with Israel continuing and Hizballah’s armed presence still unresolved, Ambassador Hamadeh discussed the prospects for Hizballah disarmament, the future of Lebanon-Israel relations, and offered insights into how the US can support Lebanon.

As Syria's political transition continues, the challenge of building institutions that both respect human rights and add...
09/25/2026

As Syria's political transition continues, the challenge of building institutions that both respect human rights and address the legacy of past atrocities raise many questions central to the country’s path forward. Fionnuala Ní Aoláin, Commissioner of the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Syria joined MEI to unpack the UN Commission’s latest findings, discussing the significance of international support during Syria’s transition, the necessity of holistic and inclusive legal frameworks, and more.

09/16/2026

MEI's new exhibition, El Marsam, is one of the first US shows dedicated exclusively to Egyptian modern and contemporary art. Already drawing international attention, the exhibition features over 45 works by historically significant artists alongside leading and emerging Egyptian talent working today.
Please join us for El Marsam's opening reception Friday, September 18, 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the MEI Art Gallery. For more information, visit the link in our bio.

09/09/2026

In the latest episode of Taking the Edge Off the Middle East, Brian Katulis sits down with Ambassador (ret.) Yael Lempert, who shares stories from her diplomatic career across the Middle East.

Ambassador Lempert reflects on experiences from postings in Baghdad, Cairo, Tripoli, Jerusalem, and Amman, and examines how her personal and professional experiences shaped her work. She also offers advice for young people considering careers in public service.

Listen now at the link in our bio.

As the Iran war continues to impact the Gulf, MEI was honored to welcome Her Excellency Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, Ambass...
07/31/2026

As the Iran war continues to impact the Gulf, MEI was honored to welcome Her Excellency Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, Ambassador of Kuwait to the United States, for a roundtable on how Kuwait is navigating the conflict. She discussed Kuwait’s resilience amid a rapidly evolving regional environment, the decades-long strong US-Kuwaiti partnership, and the country’s commitment to stability and diplomacy. Ambassador Al-Sabah also highlighted continuing economic opportunities — including this month’s signing of a $16 billion pipeline deal between the Kuwaiti Petroleum Corporation and American firms, the largest foreign direct investment in Kuwaiti history — as well as Kuwait’s focus on innovation and economic diversification, spanning artificial intelligence, medicine, and other sectors, to build a robust future for the country’s young population.

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