Four Conditions for a Libyan Intervention
What would it take for Western powers to intervene in Libya’s civil war?
Middle East and North Africa
Murder in the West Bank
A horrific crime in the West Bank rehashes old wounds between the Israeli and Palestinian communities.
Saudi Troops Enter Bahrain as Protests Escalate
Bahrain’s neighboring Gulf states send troops to protect energy facilities and infrastructure from anti-government protesters.
Libya Releases Captured Dutch Navy Crew
Colonel Gaddafi’s son announced that the three Dutch aviators captured during a rescue operation would be released from Libya.
The Freedom Agenda Spin
No, George W. Bush doesn’t have anything to do with today’s popular uprisings in the Middle East.
America Asks Saudi Arabia to Arm Libya’s Rebels
The United States have asked the Saudi kingdom if it can supply opponents of the Gaddafi regime with weapons.
Is Syria Immune from the Arab Unrest?
While peoples across the Middle East are rising up against their authoritarian governments, Syrians seem the odd man out.
Arab Interim Governments Struggling in Power
After their rulers were removed from office, Egypt’s and Tunisia’s interim governments have to enact political reform while preserving stability.
Three Dutch Marines Captured in Libya
Three Dutch navy personnel are captured by Libyan forces during a rescue attempt.
The United States’ Predicament in Libya
Despite complaints of the Obama Administration’s response to Libya, erring on the side of caution is the right game plan.
Arab Unrest Spreads to Gulf State Oman
The small Persian Gulf state of Oman has not been able to escape the anti-government protests rocking the Arab world.
Washington’s Strange United Nations Veto
The United States condemn Israeli settlement activity yet block a resolution condemning it.
American Senators Suggest to Arm Libyan Rebels
As Libya violently suppresses protests, American lawmakers wonder what the West can do to help.
Federal Reserve Causing Turmoil Abroad?
With its expansionary monetary policy, the Federal Reserve is causing food and fuel prices to rise.
Time for the Administration to Act on Libya
Washington may have limited leverage, but it can still mobilize a broad international coalition against Muammar Gaddafi.