Brzezinski Laments “Chaotic” American Policy in Syria
The former national security advisor says America’s response to the Syrian crisis is guided by “emotion.”
Year: 2013
Turkey Doesn’t Need More Democracy
Turkey’s problem is not that it’s not democratic enough. The problem is that it’s not liberal enough.
Dutch Anti-Islam Politician Taps Into Resurgent Nationalism
Geert Wilders frames his opposition to both Europe and immigration as part of a nationalist campaign.
EU Risks Escalating Trade Dispute with China
The European Commission intends to lodge another trade complaint against China.
Obama to Consider Deeper Involvement in Syria’s Civil War
The president meets with senior national security officials to discuss his options in Syria.
“Inflexible” Nuclear Negotiator Frontrunner in Iran’s Election
Saeed Jalili is accused by other candidates of stubbornness in nuclear talks with the West.
Greece Shouldn’t Get Respite After Failed Gas Company Sale
Greece should hasten efforts to privatize other companies rather than ask for even more time.
India’s Conservative Leader Modi Outmaneuvers Rival
The likely prime ministerial candidate strengthens his position in the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Protests Strengthen Turkish Ruling Party, Opposition Feckless
Popular unrest will likely prevent the Turkish prime minister from assuming a more powerful presidency.
Obama to Appoint Rice Security Advisor, Reinstate Power
The two women are seen as supporting a more activist foreign policy than the president himself.
Dutch to Deliver Weapons to Indonesia After All
The ruling Labor Party previously opposed the arms sale to the Netherlands’ former colony in Asia.
Germany’s Merkel Drawn into Drone Procurement Scandal
The chancellor can no longer ignore a controversy about the procurement of unmanned aircraft.
China, India Vie for Myanmar’s Energy Resources
The rivalry between Asia’s two major powers in Burma is a competition for access to oil and gas.
Protests Might Not Dislodge Erdoğan But Do Pose Challenge
The Turkish prime minister still enjoys broad support but his electoral coalition is fracturing.
United States See Rise in Iranian-Sponsored Terrorism
Al Qaeda continues to weaken while Iran increasingly sponsors terrorism abroad, a report shows.