Despite the situation in Deir ez-Zor regarding the lingering threat of ISIS and challenges of rebuilding after so much destruction, there are positive signs that the international community can stabilize the area. Deir ez-Zor is a key province, given its proximity to Iraq and its strategic value for Iran as a land bridge between Iraq … Continue reading The Role of Tribes: New Opportunities for Lasting Stability in Deir ez-Zor