Saudi King Returns Home Amid Regional Unrest
After months of absence, Abdullah of Saudi Arabia returns home at a time of turmoil in the Arab world.
Middle East and North Africa
The Volcanic Island in the Persian Gulf
Bahrain may be a dot on the map, but the kingdom happens to have implications for the entire region.
Iranian Warships Headed for Suez Canal
Two Iranian warships are planning to traverse the Suez Canal. Israel regards the move as a provocation.
Economic Freedom and the Arab Revolts
From Tunisia to Egypt to Jordan, high unemployment and corruption fuel popular uprisings.
Egypt’s Foreign Policy Will Change
With a more accountable Egyptian government comes a new foreign policy that may cause jitters for America.
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.
Egyptian President Resigns After Weeks of Protest
Amid mass protest and after weeks of unrest, Egypt’s Hosni Mubarak resigned the presidency, ushering in an era of military rule.
A Look at the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt
Egypt’s largest and only organized opposition party may be nonviolent but it formally seeks the implementation of Islamic law.
Egypt’s Lame Attempt at Reconciliation
The Egyptian regime met with members of the opposition this week but their talks won’t make the protests go away.
Don’t Forget About Jordan, Yemen
The two Middle Eastern states are coping with internal protest movements of their own.
Who Can Lead Egypt Out of Chaos?
As Hosni Mubarak’s reign draws to a close, who could succeed the 82 year-old ruler?
Mr Zero Problems’ Predicament
The Turkish foreign minister has to balance relations with old friends against new ones or risk losing both.
Hosni Mubarak’s Clever Ploy
By announcing he will leave in September, Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak is hoping the protests will lose steam.
Washington’s Next Move in Egypt
The United States should encourage the Egyptian military to remove President Mubarak and ease the country toward democratic elections.
Wild West in Streets of Cairo
Even after thirty years of dictatorship, Egyptians are perfectly capable of fending for themselves.