The Other Case for Intervention in Syria
Syrians face another threat beyond the massacre of its civilians by the Assad regime.
Syria: America vs. Israel?
Washington should remember the lessons of blowback and avoid intervention in Syria.
Counterterrorism Calculus in Yemen Shortchanging Political Solutions
Drone strikes in southern Yemen are radicalizing the population.
The Crisis in Syria Calls Out for an Intervention — with Russia
The international community should have a diplomatic “intervention” with Syria’s strongest remaining ally, Russia.
Dashed Hopes for Baghdad Breakthrough
The West showed little flexibility in recent negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program as the hopes for a diplomatic solution grow dimmer.
Just How Many Cyberattacks Will Iran Take Sitting Down?
Iran is suffering from cyberattacks and sanctions, even though it has halted its support for terrorist attacks — and has no nuclear-weapons program.
Tall Tale about Special Forces in North Korea?
The Army denies a story about the use of Special Forces in North Korea. But a great deal lies behind this slip of the lip.
Syria’s Atamans
Still, it remains an extremely destabilizing choice.
Review: The Journey to Tahrir
Much has been written about the Egyptian revolution. A new book offers fresh, first-hand analysis.
Quebec’s Student Revolt Goes Viral
Massive demonstrations in Quebec against rising tuition fees and student debt are finally receiving the attention they deserve.
Egypt’s Path Winds Toward Democracy
Egypt’s presidential election ought to be celebrated as a great success for the forces of democracy in Egypt and the Arab world.
Drone Strikes Magically Transform Dead Civilians Into Assassinated Militants
Civilians killed in drone attacks are sometimes classified as militants.
Rocky Road to Gender Equality in Latin America
Women leaders do not by definition implement policies promoting women’s rights.
The Price of Democracy
We spend world-class sums on our elections. Why don’t we get world-class results?
Bipartisan Assault on Middle East Peace
Democrats joined Republicans in passing a new bill that makes peace between Israel and its Arab neighbors all the more difficult