Autonomy for Syria’s Kurds Failure of Turkish Policy
By supporting the war against Bashar Assad, Turkey has inadvertently exacerbated an internal security threat.
Year: 2013
Navy’s Drone Carrier Test Points to Robotic Warfare Future
Operating unmanned aerial vehicles from aircraft carriers could have many advantages for the United States.
American Policy in Tatters as Egypt’s Morsi is Charged
If the Muslim Brotherhood is excluded from politics, it could force the Obama Administration’s hands.
Coalition Could Stay in Power After Next British Election
Few Conservatives and Liberal Democrats would like it but they might not have much of a choice.
Former Middle East Commander Cautions Against Syria War
Retired general James Mattis warns lawmakers that intervention in Syria’s civil war won’t be quick and easy.
Portuguese President’s Political Intervention Useless
The president finally accepts a cabinet reshuffle that could have ended the crisis two weeks ago.
France’s Hollande Unlikely to Reform Pensions
The president can ill afford to alienate his own base by proposing sweeping changes to the nation’s pension system.
Cameron Urges Support for Moderate Syrian Rebels
Radical Islamists should not deter the West from backing rebels that want a democratic Syria.
Portuguese Party Talks Break Down After President’s Intervention
The ruling right-wing parties are unable to form a “national salvation” pact with the opposition Socialists.
Kerry Persuades Israel, Palestinians to Enter Peace Talks
The American secretary of state manages to get the two sides talking again.
Global Interest in Japan’s Election, Expected to Strengthen Premier
The world is awaiting economic reforms while China frets about a more assertive Japan in East China Sea disputes.
Navalny Media Coverage Reveals Western Anti-Putin Bias
Many outlets make Putin seem worse than he is while glossing over the intolerant tendencies of his opponent.
American, British Army Chiefs Pessimistic About Syrian Rebels
America’s and Britain’s top military officials fear the tide in Syria’s civil war is shifting in the regime’s favor.
Britain Seen Backpedaling on Military Aid for Syrian Rebels
The UK has abandoned plans to arm the rebels fighting Bashar al-Assad.
American Forces No Longer in Europe to Defend Europe
A robust troop presence in Europe allows America to respond rapidly to threats on the continent’s periphery.