# Firas Maksad

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Lawfare Archive: Hezbollah, Lebanon, Israel, Iran

From October 2, 2024: Israel has hit Hezbollah very hard over the past few days, killing much of its senior leadership and eroding its capabilities. It has also displaced hundreds of thousands of Lebanese and now has ground forces in Lebanon. Iran has responded with a missile barrage against Israel…

Lawfare Archive: Hezbollah, Lebanon, Israel, Iran

From October 2, 2024: Israel has hit Hezbollah very hard over the past few days, killing much of its senior leadership and eroding its capabilities. It has also displaced hundreds of thousands of Lebanese and now has ground forces in Lebanon. Iran has responded with a missile barrage against Israel…

Energy Prices, Teen Sports Betting, & A Meaningful Life 4/2/26

After President Trump’s address to the nation, markets saw volatile energy prices. Eurasia Group’s Firas Maksad discusses the inflection point coming in the coming month, as well as the international energy supply chain. Harvard Professor Arthur Brooks has authored a new book, “The Meaning of Your …

Is it time for the U.S. to reassess its Iran strategy?

With talks stalled and Iran maintaining its chokehold over the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump is weighing whether to restart the war. Strikes failed to eliminate Iran's regime or destroy its military and nuclear capabilities, so is it time for the U.S. to reassess its strategy? Compass Points mo…

The MENA Mix: Regional Recap Podcast (August 2025)

The MENA Mix: Regional Recap is a monthly video podcast, produced by the Institute for Middle East Options (IMEO). Each episode features rotating experts who unpack and analyze key news stories shaping the Middle East and North Africa. Our August episode brought together Farah Bdour (Political Ana…

IMEO Public Briefing | Lebanon Under Pressure: Navigating Conflict, Crisis, and Uncertainty | April 15, 2026

At a moment of heightened tension, Lebanon finds itself navigating overlapping crises—security risks at its borders, political stagnation at home, and continued economic hardship. As violence intensifies, lives are lost and communities are increasingly displaced, deepening the human toll and compou…