Netanyahu Could Stay in Power Despite Low Poll Figures
Israel’s prime minister could lose the election but outplay his rivals.
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Kerry Assures Arabs Iran Deal Is No Grand Bargain
The secretary tries to convince Saudi Arabia that a deal with Iran won’t foreshadow a broader rapprochement.
Israel’s Netanyahu Battered by Scandals, High Living Costs
The prime minister hoped for a fresh mandate. His left-wing rivals are up in the polls.
Saleh Loyalists Abandon Yemen’s Hadi
A power struggle between Yemen’s former president and his embattled successor could benefit Houthi rebels.
Iran Rushes to Help Consolidate Houthi Rule in Yemen
Iranian media celebrate the acquisition of another “ally” after Houthi leaders arrive in Tehran for talks.
India to Rationalize Taxes, Boost Infrastructure Spending
Narendra Modi seeks to make good on his campaign promises to liberalize the economy and boost growth.
Arab Gulf States, United Nations Back Yemen’s Hadi
Powers call on the Houthi rebels controlling the capital to stand aside for a transition plan.
Obama Needs India to Make His Asia “Pivot” a Success
If America is to submit China to the liberal world order, it needs India’s Narendra Modi to succeed.
Yemen’s Hadi Reappears in Aden, Denounces Houthi “Coup”
The president’s reappearance raises the possibility of Yemen falling apart along pre-unification lines.
Left Up in Polls as Israelis Name Economy Top Concern
The left is up in the polls, but Benjamin Netanyahu could cling to power.
Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Dissolve Parliament, Take Over
Shia rebels from the north of Yemen announce the formation of an interim government for two years.
Structural Impediments to Closer Indo-American Relations
India’s new prime minister might be interested in partnership but his country still has a long way to go.
Imperial Restoration: Russia’s Foreign Policy Imperatives
Russia must have preponderance in its “near abroad” in order to satisfy its insecurity complex.
Islamic State Militants Target Kurds Across Iraq
Islamist militants launch a wave of attacks on Kurdish positions around the city of Kirkuk.
Hadi Resigns, Leaves Yemen’s Fate in Houthi Rebels’ Hands
The resignation of Yemen’s president leaves Houthi rebels effectively in control of the country.