Nicoletta Kouroushi

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A power plant that produces electricity for southern Greece and the islands.
Middle East Forum Observer
France and Greece Move Toward Nuclear Cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean
Nuclear Infrastructure Would Depend Less on Contested Offshore Resources and Be Less Exposed to Geopolitical Friction at Sea
March 19, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
French President Emmanuel Macron in a 2023 photo.
Middle East Forum Observer
France’s Strategic Turn in the Eastern Mediterranean
Washington Has Encouraged European Allies to Assume Greater Responsibility for Regional Security
March 11, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
A Royal Air Force Boeing CH-47 Chinook flies over Akrotiri in Cyprus in September 2025.
Middle East Forum Observer
Is the United States Prepared to Defend Cyprus After the Iranian Drone Attack?
Cyprus Hosts Sovereign British Bases but Exercises No Operational Authority over Their Use
March 2, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
Investigations in several countries have examined contacts between China-linked actors and individuals with access to defense expertise, cybersecurity platforms, and more.
Middle East Forum Observer
China’s Expanding Intelligence Presence in the Eastern Mediterranean
Traditional Distinctions Between Commercial Engagement and Strategic Rivalry Have Blurred, Leading States to Evaluate Partnerships
February 24, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
Nikos Christodoulides, president of Cyprus, in Berlin in November 2025.
Middle East Forum Observer
Cyprus-India Relations Should Be a U.S. Strategic Interest
Nascent Cyprus-India Relations Reflect Wider Shifts in Trade Geography Linking the Mediterranean, Middle East, Europe, and South Asia
February 14, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
A panoramic view of Pigadia Bay, Karpathos Island, Greece.
Middle East Forum Observer
No Strategic Convergence in the Greece-Turkey Dialogue
The Stakes Are High for the United States, Which Seeks to Maintain Cohesion Among Regional Partners and Avoid Escalation Between Allies
February 2, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
A supercomputer in a data center.
Middle East Forum Observer
Cyprus and U.S. Technology Cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean
An Agreement with Nvidia for a Computing System Reflects a Broader Trend of Deepening U.S.-Cyprus Technology Alignment
January 31, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
Eleftheria Square, the main square in central Nicosia, the capital city of Cyprus.
Middle East Forum Observer
Will Cyprus’ European Union Presidency Change Policy Toward the Middle East?
Proximity to the Middle East Gives Cyprus Both a Stake and a Voice to Reframe How the European Union Engages with the Region
January 13, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
A view of Nicosia, Cyprus, in November 2025.
Middle East Forum Observer
U.S. and Cypriot Security Interests Should Converge in Any New Cyprus Peace Talks
Cyprus Is a Predictable Partner That Can Anchor Cooperation Across the Eastern Mediterranean
January 3, 2026
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
Rich in history and culture, Cyprus is a connector between European institutions and Middle Eastern partners.
Middle East Forum Observer
The Year in Review: Cyprus and Greece in the Eastern Mediterranean
Both Countries Undertook Initiatives in Security, Energy Resilience, and External Relations—Ties That Will Be Tested in the Coming Year
December 28, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, president of the United Arab Emirates.
Middle East Forum Observer
Cyprus and the United Arab Emirates Tighten Ties
The Partnership Now Represents a Long-Term Framework with Institutional Depth and Regional Reach
December 25, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
The Greek Orthodox Basilica of St George in Madaba, Jordan, is famous for its 6th-century mosaic floor with a map of the Holy Land.
Middle East Forum Observer
Why Greek Orthodox Communities Matter for the Middle East’s Future
In States Emerging from Conflict, the Presence of Diverse Religious Communities Can Help Rebuild Trust and Stability
December 13, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
A liquified natural gas tanker is anchored outside Salamina, Greece.
Middle East Forum Observer
How Greece Became Central to U.S. Energy Policy in Europe
Greece Provides a Reliable Channel for Transporting Liquified Natural Gas to Europe, and Restricts Russian and Turkish Influence in a Sensitive Region
December 10, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
Students line up as they await the start of afternoon classes in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Middle East Forum Observer
What Ethiopia’s Addis Ababa School Case Shows About Greek Diplomacy
The Dispute Demonstrates How Regulatory Change, Unclear Ownership, and Administrative Pressure Can Affect Historic Christian Communities
December 7, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
A Turkish flag is visible on a mountain behind Nicosia, in the occupied part of northern Cyprus.
Middle East Forum Observer
Washington Should Support Turkish Cypriots in Their Struggle Against Turkey
Turkish Cypriots Have Voiced Opposition to Ankara’s Efforts to Dominate the North’s Political, Economic, and Cultural Life
November 14, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
The Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of Turkey in Ankara.
Middle East Forum Observer
Keep Turkey Out of European Defense Procurement and Military Supply Chains
At Stake Is Whether Europe’s Growing Defense Integration Will Strengthen the NATO Alliance or Compromise It
November 12, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
The Greece-Egypt Interconnector is an undersea electrical cable project.
Middle East Forum Observer
Why Washington Should Support the Greece-Egypt Interconnector
In This Symbiotic Relationship, Egypt Expands Solar and Wind Generation, and Greece Offers Grid Access to European Markets
October 15, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
The flag of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus on a mountain in Northern Cyprus, which Turkey occupies.
Middle East Forum Observer
How Should Washington Respond to Hostage Diplomacy in Cyprus?
If the United States Holds Turkey Accountable, It Nips in the Bud Turkey’s Use of Detention as a Political Weapon
September 28, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
The Nicosia, Cyprus, cityscape in January 2025
Middle East Forum Observer
Why Cyprus Matters for U.S. Strategy
Cooperation Expands Ties and Improves Capacity for Cyprus, and Gives the U.S. a Reliable Partner with Ports and Airfields near Regional Crises
September 4, 2025
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Nicoletta Kouroushi
Tiny Amorgos island in the Greek Cyclades in the Aegean Sea.
Middle East Forum Observer
Greece’s Maritime Eastern Mediterranean Push Will Force Washington to Choose Sides
With a New Maritime Plan Submitted to the European Commission, Athens Has Set Down Legal Markers That Ankara Already Disputes
August 18, 2025
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