US Arming Persian Gulf States
Fearful of Iranian aggression in the region, the United States are preparing another round of Middle East arms sales.
Middle East and North Africa
Turkey’s New Place in the Middle East
Turkey may be more Islamic, but it is able to position itself as a regional arbiter because of it.
Constitutional Reform Poll Divides Turkey
Turkey’s referendum on constitutional reform is bound to be interpreted as a test for Prime Minister Erdoğan’s conservative government.
Hamas: “Pay Attention To Us”
In a strange and twisted way, Hamas’ latest terrorist attack on the West Bank may show a willingness to negotiate.
Same Old “Peace Talks”
Sure, the peacemaking environment is better today than it was over the past decade. How can it get any worse?
Lieberman Blocks Settlement Moratorium
Israel’s foreign minister insists that the moratorium on settlement construction be lifted.
Talking of Peace in the Middle East
Former British prime minister Tony Blair appeared on ABC’s This Week to talk about bringing the Israelis and Palestinians together.
Window of Opportunity for Peace?
One again an American president is flying in the leaders of Israel and the Palestinians to negotiate a peace.
Mission Not Accomplished
The American combat role in Iraq is over, but the success of the mission is still up for grabs.
Iran’s Nuclear Plant Grand Opening
As Iran opens its first nuclear power plant, Israel and the West worry about possible forays into nuclear weapons.
Lebanon Braces for Judgment Day
Five years later, the assassination of Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri continues to be cause for civil division and unrest.
America’s Shadow War on Terror
Terrorists are fleeing to Africa and Asia. The United States should be careful about pursuing them.
America About to Abandon Iraq
As American soldiers are preparing to leave Iraq, lawmakers at home have suddenly woken up to the war’s skyrocketing costs.
Local Elections Canceled in West Bank
Fearful of the outcome, the Palestinian Authority cancelled municipal elections in the West Bank. It can only delay the inevitable.
Obama’s Numbers in the Arab World
America’s appeal is declining in the Middle East, even in countries typically considered to be allies.