Media

May 20, 2026

Shams TV: In an interview on “Washington 360,” Amb. Douglas Silliman discussed the possibility of a resumption of hostilities in the Iran war as well as the Senate’s vote to narrowly approve a war powers resolution.

Ambassador Douglas A. Silliman

May 19, 2026

Al Arabiya TV: Hussein Ibish was interviewed about President Trump’s continued mixed messaging on a potential return to bombardment of Iran, whether a limited strike rather than a return to large-scale and open-ended attacks is plausible, and what the purpose of a more focused escalation might be.

Hussein Ibish

May 19, 2026

Al Arabiya TV: In an interview, Hussein Ibish discussed statements made by President Trump regarding the possibility of a new round of strikes against Iran and the extent to which he may be trying to leave the door open for more serious negotiations while simultaneously threatening Tehran.

Hussein Ibish

May 16, 2026

Al-Monitor: Said Bakr commented on the recent developments in UAE-Syria ties, moving beyond political normalization toward commercial engagement.

May 16, 2026

Alghad TV: In an interview, Abbas Kadhim discussed the newly formed Iraqi government, the potential challenges that may face Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, and the path to move Iraq forward.

Abbas Kadhim

May 15, 2026

The Wall Street Journal: Kristin Smith Diwan and Anna Jacobs commented on the Emirati and Saudi strikes on Iran.

Kristin Smith Diwan

Anna L. Jacobs

May 14, 2026

Al Sharqiya TV: In an interview, Amb. Douglas A. Silliman discussed the formation of the new Iraqi government and the important security and economic tasks that face new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi.

Ambassador Douglas A. Silliman

May 14, 2026

Al Hadath TV: In an interview, Hussein Ibish discussed President Trump‘s visit to China, its impact on the conflict with Iran, the prospects for a return to large scale bombardment of Iran by Israel and/or the United States, and the extent to which Washington and Beijing differ on the war.

Hussein Ibish