Afghanistan Partnership Leaves Many Doubts
President Obama and the American people are ready to get out of Afghanistan.
Daniel DePetris
Yemen’s New President Hunting Down Al Qaeda
Abd Rabbuh Mansur al-Hadi turns out to be a more dedicated partner than his predecessor.
Violence Subdues in Syria, But Peace Plan Not in Place
The ceasefire has cut civilian casualties but Assad is still violating the Annan agreement.
Preconditions Not a Hopeful Sign for Nuclear Talks
To keep Iran sitting at the negotiating table, the Security Council must be willing to loosen its demands.
Kofi Annan’s Mission Impossible in Syria
International support for his peace plan is just as important for Kofi Annan as the plan itself.
Syria’s Assad Confident His Plan Is Working
Unless and until the opposition came come together on a strategy, the Syrian strongman will stay put.
Iraqis Regard Arab League Summit Warily
Baghdad’s residents are less enthusiastic about the conference than their government.
Leaked Assad Emails Offer Glimpse Into Syrian Regime
The Syrian president’s emails reveal a man who is far removed from the violence.
Hamas Refused to Participate in Latest Gaza Violence
The group’s refusal to participate in recent skirmishes signals a change in behavior.
Netanyahu, Obama Split on How to Deter Iran
The two leaders attempt to forge a single policy to prevent Iran from going nuclear.
Saudi Arabia Boosts Relationship With Iraq
Saudi Arabia finally sends an ambassador to a country it has long viewed with suspicion.
Yemen’s Next President Must Reconcile North, South
Yemen’s incoming president is first southerner in the post. He must initiate a process of reconciliation.
Arming the Syrian Opposition Now a Real Possibility
While Europe and the United States work to isolate President Assad diplomatically, Gulf Arabs are mulling a military solution.
Western Nations Silent as Libya Tumbles
While Libyans’ disillusionment with their new leaders mounts, the West stands back.
Syrian Revolt Reaches Outskirts of Damascus
The Free Syrian Army makes gains, but Bashar Assad’s security forces are largely holding up.