Al Qaeda’s Civil War Strategy in Yemen
Hoping to stir a civil war between Shiites and Sunnis, terrorists in Yemen seem to be repeating the Iraq scenario.
Analysis
An Unlikely Alliance in the Levant
The discovery of an Israeli espionage device in the mountains of Beirut brings Hezbollah and the Lebanese government closer together.
China Will Grow Up as it Grows Old, Fast
China’s aging population will impede its economic expansion before long.
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.
Senate Still Pondering START Ratification
Republicans are still unsure whether to ratify a nuclear arms reduction treaty with Russia.
Sanctuaries Hamper Progress in Afghanistan
Experts respond to the administration’s war review. Vice President Joe Biden promises withdrawal no matter what.
India is Complex Partner for Chinese Premier
As Premier Wen Jiabao visits Pakistan after India, it is not difficult to understand China’s intentions in South Asia.
Peace Talks Collapsed Because of Jordan
New details from Newsweek over the weekend get to the heart of why direct peace talks collapsed after three meetings.
An Opportunity for Sino-American Détente
America should not attempt containment but revive another Cold War concept.
Why Republicans Can’t Just Be Reasonable
Barack Obama urges Republicans to try to find common ground. He shouldn’t expect much.
Israel and the Palestinians Back to Square One
An American deal with Israel to suspend settlement construction had become “an end in itself”.
Neither Party Cheers Tax Cut Compromise
Liberals are opposed to tax relief for millionaires but conservatives warn that without production and investment, the economy cannot recover.
Restoring Balance to the United States Budget
If Democrats and Republicans do not manage to shrink the deficit, they can always freeze government spending altogether.
The Rise of a New Right in Europe
From Britain to Scandinavia to Central Europe, conservatives are stepping up.