Dennis Ross

Dennis Ross is former special assistant to President Barack Obama in charge of the Middle East. He is the counselor at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and also teaches at Georgetown University’s Center for Jewish Civilization. He has worked on Mideast peace across six decades for both Democratic and Republican Presidents, including as Special Envoy for President George H.W. Bush and President Bill Clinton as well as a member of the National Security Council staff.

Recent Articles

Trump's Return Could Bring a More Peaceful Middle East

Three areas where Trump’s return could help advance a much-needed, new vision for stability in the Middle East.

By Jeffrey Sonnenfeld , Dennis Ross , Adam Boehler , Roya Hakakian and Steven Tian

What Comes After Yahya Sinwar's Death

Just as the elimination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah a month ago catalyzed new opportunities for Mideast peace, the death of long-elusive Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar Thursday turbocharges the transformation of the Middle East towards...

By Jeffrey Sonnenfeld , Dennis Ross and Steven Tian

It’s Time to Tighten Enforcement of Iran Oil Sanctions

How Israel chooses to respond to Iran’s missile attack may be influenced by what the U.S. does to show that it will impose a price on Iran.

By Jeffrey Sonnenfeld , Dennis Ross , Barry McCaffrey , Adam Boehler and Steven Tian

The Death of Hezbollah's Nasrallah Brings Opportunity for Peace

"The death of longtime Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah significantly alters the balance of power."

By Jeffrey Sonnenfeld , Dennis Ross and Steven Tian

Column: How Peace in the Middle East Can Still Be Reached

Here’s how Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the Palestinians could still come together for a broader peace accord.

By Jeffrey Sonnenfeld , Dennis Ross and Adam Boehler

Distancing From Israel Won't Help U.S. Relationship With Arab States

As our strategic partnership with Israel has deepened, so has our presence throughout the region

By Dennis Ross

Iran Will Cheat. Then What?

The gap is small between where the deal will leave them in 10 years and weapons status

By Dennis Ross

Dennis Ross: Iran Negotiation Isn't Over Until It's Over

If we want to keep the Iranians from cheating, the issue of responses and consequences needs to be clear

By Dennis Ross

Pollard Release Seems Justified

It surely makes little sense to say that someone who has spent nearly 30 years in jail has not paid a severe price.

By Dennis Ross
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