Beware Gaddafi’s Tripoli
Libya’s rebels have encircled Gaddafi’s last sanctuary but actually taking Tripoli will be a whole other manner.
Analysis
The Myth of Russia’s Resurgence
Reports of Russia’s resurgence are greatly exaggerated.
Transatlantic Effort to Impose Fiscal Restraint
American and European conservatives push for balanced budget amendments, hoping to force their governments to cut spending.
Turkey’s Arab Spring Problem
Turkey’s failure to anticipate the Arab Spring could mark the end of its “zero problems with neighbors” policy.
After Libya, Europe’s New Order in the Making
A new balance of power is forming in Europe, one that is eerily familiar.
Perry’s Entry Upsets Republican Primary Race
The Texas governor could outshine other social conservatives in the race.
Why Barack Obama Disappoints
He’s too left-wing for the right and too pragmatic for the left.
Syrian President Doubling Down
Bashar al-Assad seems determined to kill his way to a resolution.
Getting Back to AAA Will Be Tough
The United States might be able to learn from the experiences of Canada and Finland but there are notable differences.
Silence in the Kingdom
The Saudi government debates an anti-terrorism law that would give security forces broad detention powers.
European Central Bank to the Rescue
Frankfurt moves to purchase Italian and Spanish sovereign bonds in an attempt to defuse the European debt crisis.
American Politics Divided on Growth Strategy
Parties blame each other for their nation’s downgrade and are unable to find much common ground to help the recovery.
China’s Useless Aircraft Carrier
China is refurbishing a Soviet era carrier that poses no threat whatsoever to American naval dominance in the Pacific.
Can America Afford Deeper Defense Cuts?
Military leaders and analysts warn against reducing defense spending by the hundreds of billions over the next ten years.
Sarkozy Fails to Revitalize French Economy
The French president’s economic policies have been unconvincing. His country remains uncompetitive compared to many of its neighbors.