Event

Trump, midterms and the Middle East: What comes next?

This event hosted by UK think tank Chatham House discusses how domestic politics are shaping US policy in the Middle East.

The Trump administration enters the midterm election season facing major challenges across the Middle East, from regional conflicts and great-power competition to questions over the future of US engagement. Domestic political pressures are increasingly shaping policy choices. These dynamics will have significant implications for America’s role in the region and its relationships with allies and adversaries.

This event discusses:

• How are the midterm elections shaping US policy in the Middle East?
• What are President Trump’s main regional priorities?
• How could developments in the Middle East affect domestic politics in the United States?
• What role do Iran, Israel and the Gulf states play in Washington’s current strategy?
• How might US policy evolve after the elections?
• What do current trends mean for the future of US engagement in the region?

Speakers

Event chaired by Sanam Vakil.

Sanam Vakil – Director, Middle East and North Africa Programme, Chatham House

Michael Doran – Senior Fellow and Director,Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East, Hudson Institute

Ambassador Barbara Leaf – Former Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, US Department of State

Laurel Rapp – Director, US and North America Programme, Chatham House