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Balanced, informed, and experienced foreign policy consulting from a seasoned ambassador.

Gary Grappo is a Distinguished Fellow at the Korbel School for International Studies at the University of Denver in the school’s Center for Middle East Studies and CEO of Equilibrium International Consulting, LLC, having founded the company following a distinguished career in public and foreign policy and in the private sector.

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Recent Articles

US vs. Iran: Battle of Wills in the Gulf

Published on September 18, 2026 by Gary Grappo

The Iran War has inflicted severe economic pain on Iran and political strain on the United States after six months. While the US relies on sanctions and a naval blockade, Iran’s leadership remains defiant, prioritizing retaliation over economic relief for its people. The conflict’s stalemate suggests no imminent resolution, prolonging the suffering in Iran andRead Full Article →

Filed Under: Foreign Policy

FO° Talks: Trump’s 20-Point Peace Deal: Can Israel and Hamas Finally End the War?

Published on November 15, 2025 by Gary Grappo

In this episode of FO° Talks, Atul Singh and Gary Grappo examine US President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace deal, which has halted Gaza bloodshed and secured a hostage release. The plan, though the strongest diplomacy in a decade, faces enormous obstacles, including Hamas’s refusal to disarm and Israel’s reluctance to accept Palestinian statehood. The deal’sRead Full Article →

Filed Under: Foreign Policy

Could Trump’s Shocking Plan for Gaza Lead Anywhere?

Published on February 7, 2025 by Gary Grappo

Experts say the president’s plan for Gaza as stated, isn’t feasible – but it could spark regional actors to take more action. BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT – As President Donald Trump doubles down on his idea of a U.S. takeover of Gaza, Arab governments are also doubling down on their objections and questions persist as toRead Full Article →

Filed Under: Foreign Policy, Israel, Middle East, Mideast Peace, National Security, Palestinian Territories, Saudi Arabia, United States, US President, US-Middle East, US-Saudi Arabia

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