Events
Is Hamas Changing?
A Conversation with Nathan Brown, Hussein Ibish, and Jonathan Schanzer
Hamas appears to be in limbo. With financial sanctions taking their toll on Iran, the long-time patron of the Palestinian terrorist group has reportedly been unable to keep the funds flowing. The group’s external leadership, formerly based in Damascus, is now looking for a new home in the wake of the violence in Syria.
The Changing Missile Threat in the Middle East
A Conversation with Dr. Uzi Rubin
FDD is pleased to host Dr. Uzi Rubin for a discussion on how the rapidly evolving Middle East poses new missile defense challenges. Dr. Rubin will detail his concerns about Iran's nuclear and missile development; the challenges posed by new political forces and factions in Egypt gaining control of substantial numbers of missiles; and what impact the devolving situation in Syria could have on that country's missile arsenal.
The Arab Revolts: Can Liberals Compete?
A Conversation with Khairi Abaza, Dan Arbell, Michele Dunne, and Reuel Marc Gerecht
As the struggles of the Arab Revolt move from the streets to the ballot box, Islamists are gaining an upper hand in newly formed governments. The secular youth that led the street protests have been unable to translate their revolutionary passion to a political following.
Breakfast Briefing on Central Bank of Iran Sanctions
A Conversation with Mark Dubowitz and Reuel Marc Gerecht
To assess the impact of CBI sanctions on global oil prices and Iranian government revenue, FDD worked closely with an energy firm with specific expertise in oil markets and the modeling of complex energy scenarios. Please join us for a discussion with Mark Dubowitz and Reuel Marc Gerecht to assess the results of this report and policy options for addressing the Iranian threat.
Washington Forum 2011
Ideology, Power, and Alliances in a Changing Middle East
FDD's Annual Policy Summit
December 7-9, 2011
Newseum
555 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Washington, DC