Gates Warns Against Isolationism After Afghanistan
The departing defense secretary reflects on the war in Afghanistan and future American foreign policy.
Afghanistan
The Cost of War That a Superpower Will Bear
America’s fiscal problems are far greater than anything a military cutback can solve.
Gates, Petraeus Discuss Winning the Afghan War
The defense secretary and commander of Western forces are asked whether the war is being won.
The West Still Needs Pakistan
As long as American forces are fighting in Afghanistan, Pakistan has to be part of the formula.
Singh Boosts Financial Support for Afghanistan
While American forces will start withdrawing from Afghanistan, India insists that it is “not like the United States.”
Bin Laden Meets His Maker
After a ten year manhunt, fate has finally caught up with the world’s most popular terrorist.
Petraeus’ Untimely Departure From Afghanistan
General David Petraeus’ expected appointment as head of the CIA comes at a pivotal moment for the war in Afghanistan.
McChrystal Reincarnated
An Inspector General Report debunks a controversial Rolling Stone article about NATO’s former commander in Afghanistan.
Pakistan Demands End to Drone Strikes
Pakistan’s request to reduce American operations in the country highlights the contradictions in Washington’s objectives.
New UN Report Shows Shift in US Strategy
Should the United States abandon or adapt their counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan?
Afghanistan Braces for Violent Spring Season
With a July deadline for troop withdrawing looming, violence in Afghanistan may spike considerably, said General David Petraeus.
Dutch, Germans Extend Afghanistan Presence
The Dutch and German parliaments approved new military and police training missions in the north of Afghanistan last week.
When Religion Meets War
Things become tricky when the enemy takes refuge in a religious location. Should America attack anyway or show restraint?
The Afghan Surge, One Year Later
The Obama Administration’s latest review of the war is a political case to the American people for continuing the strategy.
Wen Extends Support to Embattled Pakistan
The Chinese premier received a warm welcome in Pakistan. He is one of the few friends the country has left.