Iran Deal: Is Obama Channeling Nixon?

Iran Deal: Is Obama Channeling Nixon?

The nuclear deal with Iran, like Nixon’s opening to China in 1972, has the potential to be a geopolitical game changer — if it can get through Congress first.

Better a War than an Agreement?

Better a War than an Agreement?

Phyllis Bennis says forces aligned in opposition to the Iran Framework Agreement in the U.S., Israel and Saudi Arabia would rather see war than a deal that brings Iran out of sanctions and back into play as a regional power.

Can Egypt Chart Its Own Course?

Can Egypt Chart Its Own Course?

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi has proved willing to act independently of Washington, but he’s not about to leave the fold.

Bleeding Syria

Bleeding Syria

There is little to no discussion about the role U.S. allies have played in fueling a sectarian war in the Middle East.