Egyptians Take to Streets, Demand End to Military Rule
Protesters call for free elections.
Middle East and North Africa
Libya’s New Leaders See Violence Continue
With their boogeyman dead, Libya’s interim government must find a way to bring different militia forces together.
Arab States, West Keeping Boot on Assad’s Neck
Assad’s Syria is more isolated than it’s ever been but real change has got to come from within the country.
Highway to the Danger Zone: War Against Iran
How would an Israeli attack against Iran’s suspected nuclear facilities play out? There are great risk for the United States.
War Talk Heats Up Between Israel and Iran
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu lobbies his cabinet for a preemptive strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
Waiting for Turkish Action in Syria
Can Turkey save the Arab Spring in Syria by enforcing a buffer zone in the north of the country?
India Must Formulate Middle East Strategy
If the Indian Ocean will take center stage in this century, India must develop a Middle East strategy.
Waiting for the New Saudi Crown Prince
As Saudi Arabia mourns the death of Crown Prince Sultan, Prince Nayef patiently hopes for another promotion.
American Troops Leaving Iraq by Year’s End
As the United States prepare to pull out, Iraq’s political problems continue to fester.
Tunisians Vote Amid International Scrutiny
The first free elections in a Muslim country since the Arab spring are closely watched in America and Europe.
Saudi Heir Presumptive, Defense Minister Dies
The Saudi crown prince and defense minister died in hospital in New York, casting doubt on the line of succession.
Iraq in the Middle of Middle East’s Cold War
Polarization between America’s allies in the Middle East and Iran puts Iraq in a tough spot.
Questions About the Iranian Assassination Plot
Before fingering Tehran for the attempted assassination of a Saudi diplomat, there are a lot of questions to be answered.
Iran Implicated in Plot to Assassinate Saudi Envoy
The Americans accuse Iran of planning to kill the Saudi ambassador to their country but the plot doesn’t make sense.
Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Arab Spring Models
Morocco and Saudi Arabia may provide a model for other Arab monarchies to cope with civil unrest.