Conflict updates in Iraq, Syria, Gaza, Lebanon, and Yemen with a focus on military actions and diplomatic efforts in February.
Dr. Ameneh Mehvar is ACLED’s Middle East Senior Analyst. In this role, she leads analysis on regional conflicts and provides expertise to ensure the accuracy of ACLED’s data coverage, while also supporting the organization’s engagement with external partners and the media.
Ameneh has expertise in Middle East security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Persian Gulf security dynamics. Previously, she worked as a political risk consultant in the private sector and has also gained experience in the public sector. Additionally, she has taught and conducted academic research.
Ameneh holds a master’s degree in Middle East and Central Asian Security Studies and a PhD in International Relations from the University of St Andrews, Scotland.
Spoken languages: English, Persian and German Timezone: Central European Time - CET
Conflict updates in Iraq, Syria, Gaza, Lebanon, and Yemen with a focus on military actions and diplomatic efforts in February.
Conflict reports from Gaza, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen detailing the ongoing military actions and repercussions.
A detailed update on US military activities and conflict escalations in the Middle East as of February 2024.
Overview of the impact of the Gaza conflict and tensions in the West Bank, including ongoing military operations and international pressures.
Baluch militants in Iran and Iraqi provincial elections; Israel-Gaza conflict and Syrian hostilities.
Analysis of the resurgence of Palestinian armed groups in the West Bank and their connections with Gaza.
Coverage of ongoing conflicts involving US airstrikes in Iraq, Hezbollah attacks in Lebanon, Israel-Hamas truce, and hostilities in Syria and Yemen.
Iran has mobilized against Israel and the US, leading to ongoing attacks and retaliation in the Middle East.
Watch the recorded webinar held on 29 May 2025 for in-depth analysis of these developments, the evolving strategies of Palestinian armed groups, and the political dynamics driving the escalation — followed by a Q&A.