Sanam Vakil

@SanamVakil

Deputy Head & Senior Research Fellow working on both sides of the Gulf & teaching Middle East politics

London, England
Joined May 2013
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  1. Pinned Tweet
    22 Oct 2019

    Out now: My new research paper with for on Trump’s campaign of ‘maximum pressure’ against Iran, and the potential for future negotiations. It draws on 75 off-the-record interviews we conducted with policymakers in 10 countries. 1

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  2. 8 hours ago

    No words....Iran’s Khamenei bans the import of U.S. and U.K. coronavirus vaccines

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  3. Jan 8

    My own thoughts on the resolution of the Qatar Crisis: A Beginning to the End? via

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  4. Jan 7

    This 👇

    1. People like Graham declaring that Trump lost the election doesn't merit an honorable mention in profiles in courage. What Romney said about leaders needing to tell the truth is more consequential. But what would that mean in practice? That's what Republicans must consider.
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  5. Jan 5

    These are but some of the Iranian dual nationals currently being held hostage by their native land. In the forthcoming JCPOA conversations to be held once Biden is inaugurated, it must be made clear that this must stop and these individuals must be released.

    Jamshid Sharmahd and Nahid Taghavi are among at least 11 dual and foreign nationals who are currently detained in are trumped-up charges. The international community must take a strong, united stand against hostage-taking by any country.
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  6. Jan 5

    In the spirit of today’s announcement ending the Qatar crisis, reupping this paper that looks at the divergent GCC ties to Iran. Despite efforts, the bloc has never pursued a unified. Iran strategy. GCC & domestic politics remain a primary driver divisions

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  7. Retweeted
    Jan 4

    Why Britain Failed—Again👇

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  8. Jan 4

    Important steps taken to heal the 3.5 year GCC crisis. Lifting of the blockade and opening borders is key. What we will wait for tomorrow are the further statements and signals of unity and confidence building plans that are needed to build back lost trust.

    Statement from on the Crisis: A declaration will be signed in al-Ula Air, sea and land blockade by imposed on is lifted. Qatar Emir is expected to attend the GCC summit
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    Jan 3

    FOLKS: Full audio published here. Please retweet far and wide.

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  10. 28 Dec 2020

    Friends please be advised that hackers are circulating a fake email from me which invites you to download my new Ebook. Do not click the link!!

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    28 Dec 2020

    BREAKING : Today was sentenced to -5 years and 8 months in prison - A suspension of 2 years and 10 months in addition to the time already served (since May 2018) which would see her release in approximately two months. -5 years travel ban Note: 👇🏽

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  12. Retweeted
    21 Dec 2020

    New reporting from : "EU foreign ministers have agreed not to set fresh preconditions on a revival of the Iran nuclear deal...The three European powers are content for any discussions on extending and strengthening the deal to wait."

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  13. 21 Dec 2020

    Expect January 5th Gulf rift resolution in Riyadh with much fanfare. Devil will be in the details of any announcement, but borders and airspace to reopen as first CBMs.

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    21 Dec 2020

    Israel, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Iraq will be looking to influence the Biden administration’s Iran policy. Maintaining access to and engagement with these influencers will be important for the UK’s regional ties, argues . Read more here:

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    17 Dec 2020

    "Israel, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Iraq will be looking to influence the Biden administration’s Iran policy. Maintaining access to and engagement with these influencers will be important for the UK’s regional ties," writes for

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  16. 12 Dec 2020

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  17. 12 Dec 2020

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  18. 12 Dec 2020

    MENA states, despite their self-declared differences & competition, share flagrant disregard for human rights. Sharing only 3 cases but there are so many more victims

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  19. 11 Dec 2020

    Would be lovely to be in Dubai discussing all things UAE/GCC with you we have much to catch up on. See you soon

    Replying to @Cinzia_Bianco @DEsfandiary
    Dina and you are my 2 best female Arab Gulf experts in Europe. Add to that
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  20. 11 Dec 2020

    Important to watch this play out. Tehran and Ankara have clear regional divergences but have managed to continue trade while maintaining dialogue

    's FM Zarif criticizes 's Erdogan for reciting a piece of poetry, which includes Azeri separatist sentiments about the Aras River which runs along the Iran- border, during a military parade of Azerbaijani forces.
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    10 Dec 2020

    "Iran is hampered by sanctions that prevent it from accessing foreign reserves, foreign currency abroad to purchase the necessary medical equipment -- masks, anything that it might need to take care of its population," says

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