America, Britain Remain “Essential,” Says Obama
The “special relationship” may not be so special anymore but Anglo-American leadership remains essential.
Analysis
Revolution Leaves Egypt’s Economy in Shambles
Change may have come to Egypt, but its short-term economic prospects have worsened in the process.
Obama’s Address to the Arab World
The president has strong words for Bahrain, Israel and Syria in his second major address to the Muslim world.
Jordanian King Pessimistic About Peace Process
The greatest threat to peace in the Middle East is the status quo, said Jordan’s King Abdullah on ABC’s This Week.
Are Israel’s 1967 Borders Still Viable?
President Obama suggested that a Palestinian state should be created roughly within the 1967 armistice lines, but is this realistic?
An Expanded Gulf Cooperation Council
Nervous about their futures, Gulf Arab rulers look to Jordan and Morocco to boost Sunni power in the Middle East.
Scandal Threatens European Influence at IMF
Will a European again head the powerful financial institution?
Global Economic Rebalancing This Century
If China and India continue their trends upward, a more stable and interconnected world order can emerge.
Republican Presidential Primary Race Matures
The Republican primary field has narrowed considerably with a mere handful of viable contenders still in the race.
American Superpower Ensured
The killing of Osama bin Laden demonstrates America’s durability as a superpower.
Entitlement Crisis Imminent in America
America’s public health support and pension programs will run out of money much sooner than previously anticipated.
China Implicated in Iran-Korea Missile Deal
According to a confidential United Nations report, North Korea and Iran exchanged military technology with Chinese help.
IMF Chief’s Sexual Assault Charges Impact French Election
Dominique Strauss-Kahn’s legal predicament is likely to have an impact on French presidential politics.
The West Still Needs Pakistan
As long as American forces are fighting in Afghanistan, Pakistan has to be part of the formula.
Europe’s Open Borders Compromised
The free movement of people, goods and services in Europe is in jeopardy as countries try to keep migrants out.