Weekend Reading: The Saudi-Iranian Cold War, the Return of the Free Syrian Army, and Lebanon’s Protests

By experts and staff
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Steven A. CookCFR ExpertEni Enrico Mattei Senior Fellow for Middle East and Africa Studies
Reza Marashi argues that ending the rivalry between Saudi Arabia and Iran is necessary to create a new and effective security framework in the Middle East.
Alex Rowell examines the slow and quiet return of the Free Syrian Army to prominence as a relevant player in Syria’s civil war.
Johnny Kairouz explores the shortcomings of Lebanon’s recent protests.