Economic Freedom and the Arab Revolts
From Tunisia to Egypt to Jordan, high unemployment and corruption fuel popular uprisings.
Asia
In Yemen, Many Protests, One Villain
Jane Novak examines the current state of protests in Yemen and explains why they won’t easily be silenced.
India’s New Prominence Among United Nations
While India becomes a nonpermanent Security Council member this year, its influence in the United Nations is fast expanding.
Don’t Forget About Jordan, Yemen
The two Middle Eastern states are coping with internal protest movements of their own.
Mr Zero Problems’ Predicament
The Turkish foreign minister has to balance relations with old friends against new ones or risk losing both.
Dutch, Germans Extend Afghanistan Presence
The Dutch and German parliaments approved new military and police training missions in the north of Afghanistan last week.
A Week of Turmoil in the Middle East
There is a lot going on in the Middle East this week. Daniel DePetris provides an overview.
The “Palestine Papers” Shock the Region
1,600 leaked files show a Palestinian Authority willing to do just about anything for a state of its own.
Latest Attacks in Iraq Show Al Qaeda’s Desperation
The Islamic terrorist group is desperately trying to regain attention in Iraq.
Talking in Istanbul is the World’s Best Option
Granting Iran the right to enrich its own uranium is the only possible outcome of successful negotiations, says Daniel DePetris.
What to Expect from President Hu’s Visit
What impact will the Chinese president’s visit have on Sino-American relations?
Clinton, Gates Come Down Hard on China
The American secretaries of state and defense urge China to become a more responsible world leader.
Hezbollah Withdraws from Lebanese Government
The United States search for answers as Hezbollah walks away from Lebanon’s government.
A Deadly Operation in the West Bank
Are rules of engagement are too loose in the West Bank?
The World’s Brewing Conflicts of 2011
There’s only one problem with the International Crisis Group’s list: Yemen isn’t included.