The Center for Middle East Policy (CMEP) is dedicated to the formulation of more effective and sustainable U.S. policy toward the Middle East. It conducts research to illuminate the issues that shape, or should shape, U.S. policy toward the region and the major trends affecting the lives of the people who live there. Established in 2002, CMEP furthers its mission through research, convening, publications, and private exchanges. Its scholars reflect varying points of view and work to foster a productive, nuanced, and informed debate.
War in Israel and Gaza
Middle East & North Africa
The future of the Middle East: Issues at stake in the 2024 election
Defense & Security
What will Nasrallah’s death mean for the Middle East?
Iran
The danger of calling the Houthis an Iranian proxy
Religion & Society
Prejudice toward Muslims is highest among all religious and ethnic groups
Experts
Natan Sachs
Director
- Center for Middle East Policy,
Senior Fellow
- Foreign Policy, Center for Middle East Policy
@natansachs
Shibley Telhami
Nonresident Senior Fellow
- Foreign Policy, Center for Middle East Policy
@ShibleyTelhami