Assad Has the Advantage Before Battle of Aleppo
The Free Syrian Army has fortitude and courage. But Bashar al-Assad has the weapons and firepower.
Asia
Floods Leave Credibility Crisis for Chinese Government
If China’s government is unable to provide complete information for its citizens, it risks increased social upheaval.
Afghan Bamiyan Province at Risk from Insurgents
Wikistrat analyzes unusual insurgency activity in Afghanistan.
China Establishes Military Command in South China Sea
China raises the stakes in its maritime border disputes with its Southeast Asian neighbors by militarizing the South China Sea.
Israel Does Not Seek Regime Change in Tehran
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that Israel can live with the present regime in Iran if it gives up its nuclear program.
West “Recreating Sino-Soviet Bloc” in Syria: Brzezinski
By vilifying the two powers, Western allies are “pushing the Russians and the Chinese together.”
Russian-Tajikistan Base Deal Revealed Prematurely
Tajikistan is said to have reached agreement with Russia for the lease of an army base.
China Sows ASEAN Discord, Seeds of Future Conflict
China wins a tactical victory on South China Sea disputes, but it is stirring resentment in the region.
China Trumps ASEAN in the South China Sea
The Chinese make a mockery of ASEAN solidarity, splitting the association on South China Sea disputes.
Kim Jong-un Consolidates Control of Korean Army
The young North Korean leader puts the party back in control of the military.
Rebels Strike at the Heart of Syrian Regime
Senior security officials of the Syrian regime were killed in an explosion in the capital of Damascus.
Israel’s Netanyahu Splits Rival Liberal Party
The conservative premier divides liberals over military service for orthodox Jews.
Ambassador’s Resignation Won’t Crumble Assad Regime
Those on the Syrian leader’s side will not leave until they see a better future for themselves elsewhere.
Israel Plans Naval Buildup in Mediterranean
Wikistrat analyzes Israel’s plans to boost its naval presence in the Mediterranean.
Iraq Declares Kurdish Oil Exports to Turkey “Illegal”
Baghdad inists that oil exports should go through the central government.