Russia’s Syria Intervention Sign of Weakness, Not Strength
Russia can only afford to be “bold” in Syria because it has no other allies to care about.
Analysis
Criticism of British Relations with China Overblown
If the United Kingdom is subordinating its principles to commercial gain, that is hardly unusual.
What Chafee, Webb Exits Tell Us About Their Party
Democrats have moved to the left.
Poland Could Become More Difficult for Rest of Europe
A victory for the right-wing Law and Justice party would give policymakers in Berlin and Brussels headaches.
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Made Super
Until the United States withdraw from the Middle East, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will recycle itself.
Central Europeans Resist Merkel’s Immigration Policy
German influence in Central Europe is failing when it comes to immigration policy.
Republicans Really Are More Extreme
America’s Republicans are more conservative than ever. And they don’t even know it.
Egypt’s Election Contest Between Generals, Tycoons
Egypt’s parliamentary elections are really a competition between the army and big business.
Saudis Expand Oil War Against Russia into Europe
Saudi Arabia is fighting for market share and punishing Russia for supporting Bashar Assad.
Scottish Nationalists Take Advantage of Labour Upheaval
With Labour in disarray, the nationalists argue the only alternative to Tory rule is Scottish independence.
Overrated Rubio Running Out of Time
The Florida senator is not attracting the financial support and the organization he needs to stay relevant.
Where is the Republican Optimism?
Republicans are all doom and gloom. They need to tell a more American story.
Could Canada’s Harper Be On the Way Out?
After eleven years in power, the Conservative looks more vulnerable than ever.
No Good Options: Why America Dithers in Syria
So long as all parties in Syria are determined to destroy each other, America has little reason to get involved.
Why They Come: The Balkans’ Desperation
The geography and history of the Balkans explain why so many seek a better life in Western Europe.