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Middle East Forum 3.0: Unveiling Our Digital Transformation

By Gregg Roman โ— Sep 03, 2024

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Welcome to this new edition of the Middle East Forum Communiquรฉ. We're excited to share some major updates and insights with you.

๐Ÿ‘‹ Situational awareness: We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newly redesigned Middle East Forum website. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us refine and perfect the site.

New MEF Website

๐Ÿ“ Reminders:

  • Visit the new website: Take a comprehensive tour of our redesigned platform, including the new Middle East Forum Observer and the Middle East Quarterly archives.

  • Submit Your Valuable Feedback: Your comments, suggestions, and thoughts are crucial to our improvement process. We're eager to hear about your user experience and any ideas you have for enhancements.

  • Identify Issues: As with any new launch, there may be unforeseen technical hiccups. We'd greatly appreciate your help in reporting any bugs, broken links, or other issues you might encounter.

๐ŸŒŸ Highlights:

  • Introducing the Middle East Forum Observer: Edited by Michael Rubin, this platform offers in-depth analysis and expert commentary on breaking news and emerging trends in the Middle East.

  • Explore the New Middle East Quarterly Archives: We've digitized our entire collection of Middle East Quarterly articles, dating back to our first issue. This comprehensive archive offers easy searchability and access to decades of insightful analysis and commentary.

  • New Features to Enhance Your Experience: Our redesigned website comes with several new features, including personalized content recommendations, interactive data visualizations, improved search functionality, and mobile-optimized design.

  • Spotlight on Iranian Influence: Uncover our critical investigation into Iranian influence operations in the U.S. This urgent issue demands attention, and your awareness is crucial in countering these efforts.

๐Ÿ“ข Latest Articles and Analyses:

  • The Next Administration Needs a Kurdistan Policy Review by Michael Rubin

  • How to Stop Iran's Airlift to Hezbollah by Babak Taghvaee

  • Israel's Hodeidah Strike Briefly Deterred Houthis by Jonathan Spyer

  • We Defeated Pro-Hamas Protestors by Proving They Support Rape and Terror by Dexter Van Zile

Let's dive in!

๐Ÿ“ Your Feedback Shapes Our Future

Brainstorming over paper

As part of this launch, we're relying heavily on your insights to make necessary improvements. Your input will help us address potential issues early and ensure a smooth experience for all our readers.

Why it matters: Gathering feedback during the launch is crucial to fine-tuning the website and ensuring it meets the needs of our audience.

Functionality check: Please let us know if you spot any broken links, missing features, or if any part of the site doesn't function as expected.

  • Report any technical issues on the website

  • Help us fix bugs and enhance functionality

Enhancement ideas: Share your thoughts on potential improvements or new features you'd like to see implemented.

  • Suggest new features or enhancements

  • Contribute to the site's future development

๐Ÿ“ง [Submit Your Valuable Feedback]

๐ŸŒŸ Introducing the Middle East Forum Observer

Michael Rubin

We're excited to announce the launch of the Middle East Forum Observer, a new initiative edited by Michael Rubin.

Why it matters: It provides rapid analysis on leading Middle East developments, from Marrakech to Mashhad and the Bab el-Mandeb to the Black Sea.

In-depth analysis: Breaking news and emerging trends in the Middle East will be examined.

Expert commentary: Leading scholars and policymakers will share their perspectives.

Regular updates: Keep track of critical issues affecting the region.

๐Ÿ”— [Discover the Middle East Forum Observer]

๐Ÿ“š Explore the New Middle East Quarterly Archives

We've digitized and made available our entire collection of Middle East Quarterly articles, dating back to our first issue.

Why it matters: The digitized archives provide unparalleled access to decades of insightful analysis and commentary, crucial for researchers, students, and policymakers.

Easy searchability: Find articles by topic, author, or date.

In-depth analysis: Access decades of insightful analysis and commentary.

Valuable resource: A treasure trove of information for researchers, students, and policymakers.

๐Ÿ”— [Dive into the MEQ Archives]

Introducing the MEF Action Center

We're excited to announce the launch of our new MEF Action Center, created by Ben Baird on the Quorum grassroots engagement platform.

Why it matters: This powerful tool allows you to participate in our advocacy efforts and make your voice heard on critical Middle East issues.

  • Engage in impactful advocacy initiatives.

  • Connect with policymakers.

Details:

  • Participate in MEF Action Campaigns: Engage in our latest and most urgent initiatives.

  • Become an MEF Advocate: Take an active role in shaping policy and public opinion.

  • Connect with Lawmakers: Write to your representatives from the local level to Capitol Hill.

  • Spread the Word: Share pre-written social media posts to amplify our message.

  • Influence Policy: Comment on regulations and send notes to the White House.

  • Meet Your Representatives: Schedule visits with your elected officials.

Spotlight: Iranian Influence Operations in the U.S.

Ayatollahs voting in US elections.

The Islamic Republic of Iran has stepped up its malicious activity in the United States.

Why it matters: This critical issue deserves investigation by the appropriate authorities.

Details:

  • Pro-Hamas campus protests: Supported by the Iranian regime.

  • Diaspora polling stations: On U.S. soil for Iran's fixed elections.

  • Financial support: U.S. companies and charities funneling money to pro-regime causes.

  • Public and private sector influence: Significant Iranian influence in both sectors.

Examples:

  • REVEALED: Iranian Regime Involvement with Texas Student Anti-Israel Protests by Sam Westrop

  • Iranian Regime Hosts Voting on U.S. Soil by Dexter Van Zile

  • MEF Calls for Federal Investigations into Iranian Regime Pistachio Proxies

  • Iran's New President Is a 'Reformist'; Will It Matter? by Amatzia Baram

Help Us Grow: Spread the Word!

As we embark on this exciting new chapter for the Middle East Forum, we need your help to expand our reach and impact. Your involvement helps us foster a deeper understanding of the Middle East and contributes to informed policy discussions.

Details:

  • Sharing our new website: Introduce your friends, colleagues, and social media networks to our redesigned platform.

  • Encouraging subscriptions: Invite others to sign up for our new mailing list to stay informed about Middle Eastern affairs.

  • Engaging with our content: Comment on articles, share our posts, and participate in discussions to help build our community.

  • Joining the MEF Action Center: Become an advocate and participate in our grassroots campaigns.

๐ŸŒŸ Closing Thoughts: A New Chapter for MEF

As we wrap up this exciting announcement, we want to emphasize the transformative moment we're experiencing at the Middle East Forum. Our new digital platforms and tools represent more than just a website redesignโ€”they embody our commitment to staying at the forefront of Middle East analysis and advocacy in the digital age.

Key takeaways:

  1. Explore and engage: Visit our new website, dive into the MEF Observer, and explore our digitized archives. Your active participation will help shape the future of MEF.

  2. Make your voice heard: The new MEF Action Center empowers you to directly influence policy and public opinion. Become an MEF Advocate and amplify our collective impact.

  3. Stay informed: With our enhanced digital presence, staying up-to-date on critical Middle East issues has never been easier. Make sure to regularly check our latest publications and analyses.

  4. Spread the word: Help us grow our community. Share our new resources with your networks and encourage others to join the MEF family.

  5. Your feedback matters: As we fine-tune our new platforms, your insights are invaluable. Don't hesitate to share your thoughts and suggestions.

Together, we're entering a new era of informed discourse and impactful advocacy on Middle East issues. Your continued support and engagement are the driving forces behind our mission. Let's harness the power of these new digital tools to foster a deeper understanding of the Middle East and contribute to shaping informed policies.

Thank you for being an essential part of the Middle East Forum community. We're excited about the journey ahead and look forward to your active participation in this new chapter of MEF's history.

Sincerely,

Gregg Roman
Director
Middle East Forum

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