Saudi Arabia Boosts Relationship With Iraq
Saudi Arabia finally sends an ambassador to a country it has long viewed with suspicion.
Arming Syrian Opposition “Excellent Idea”: Saudi Arabia
Riyadh is waging a proxy war against Iran in siding with the rebels in Syria.
Libya: French Soft Power in Retrospect
France’s leadership role in Libya was an example of its ability to “frame and shame.”
Austerity New Normal: ECB’s Mario Draghi
The time when Europe could afford “to pay everybody for not working” is gone.
Putin Spells Out National Security Strategy
In anticipation of his reelection, Vladimir Putin unveils plans for military modernization.
Obama Turns Tax Reform into Election Issue
The president’s tax plan doesn’t level the playing field. It picks different winners and losers.
Santorum Says He Can Win Critical Swing States
The Republican presidential candidate makes no apologies for his social conservatism.
Suez Reversed? The Entente Cordiale Rides Again
Britain and France could shape the geopolitics of Europe again.
Internal Politics Prohibit India from Joining Iran Embargo
India, despite growing closer to the West, is not going to support more sanctions against Iran.
Iran: Putting the Appeasement Option On the Table
An appeasement policy addresses the Iranian sense of insecurity which is probably at the heart of its nuclear ambitions.
Israel Has a New Friend, Cyprus
The basis for the relationship has been economic, but Wikistrat analysts expect it could grow deeper.
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.
Greece Enters Selective Default With Second Bailout
Greece enters “selective default” as a result of a bond swap arrangement.
Syria “Different Challenge” from Libya: Dempsey
America’s top military leader cautions against supporting the Syrian opposition.
Brazil’s Rousseff Poised to Undertake Reform Effort
Although the pace of regulatory reforms has stalled, there is reason to be optimistic about the president’s efforts.