Welcome to the FPA Middle East blog! This blog follows current events - loosely defined. As those readers who care enough about the Middle East to read this blog probably have other sources where they learn about things like the breaking news on the peace process, this site will attempt to point out writing that either addresses much-discussed issues in a new light or takes up an event or trend that is not receiving a lot of headline attention. For that reason, the selection of articles may seem eclectic, or sometimes irrelevant. It is my view, though, that learning about the less headline-worthy elements of life in the Middle East will lead to a better understanding of the impact that those issues in the headlines have on the people who live in the region.

Feel free to comment, or contact Susan at  fpamiddleeast at gmail.com.