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Articles / Atlantic Council / July 13, 2012

Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood: Between a Present with Qatar and a Future with Libya

Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood government will hope to provide job opportunities for as many Egyptians as possible, whether internally or in Saudi Arabia, Libya or Qatar. It will also probably strive to avoid any deterioration of relations between possible mass-employer Libya and media and financial supporter Qatar, between whom it could act as a bridge. If Egypt’s Brotherhood succeeds in smoothing out relations and directing both nations’ significant financial capabilities into joint projects in Egypt and the region, it would have scored a major diplomatic and strategic coup. Read more »

Articles / The New York Times / October 21, 2011

Libya: a civil war or a new future?

A second Arab dictator escaped accountability. And although his fate was far worse than others, the process of holding him accountable could have played an important role in Libya’s reconciliation. But now with Qaddafi gone, it remains to be seen whether Libya’s diverse and heavily armored factions can work together. It won’t be easy.  Read more »

Articles / The New York Times / October 5, 2011

Lessons of the Libyan Endgame: How the Gulf States Can Help

For a nation that has overcome 42 years of dictatorship, Libya has shown determination in in the face of brutal circumstances to reach this new chapter in its history. Given Libya’s potential, a little time, reconciliation and help from its friends will be needed. The Arab gulf states must spare no effort to assist Libya in rebuilding itself. Read more »

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About Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi

Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi is an Emirati columnist and researcher whose articles have appeared in The Financial Times, The Independent, The Guardian, The New York Times, and The Globe and Mail, as well as other notable publications. Al Qassemi is also a prolific commentator on Arab affairs on Twitter.

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