Just How Bad Are Britain’s Spending Cuts?
Unions protest, but no “reckless” cuts have yet been made.
Obama: Enough with Counterinsurgency
The president expresses his reservations about the counterinsurgency strategy.
Concern About Afghanistan Troop Withdrawals
Military leaders and Republican lawmakers are worried that the president is withdrawing forces from Afghanistan too soon.
Nuclear Proliferation in Southwest Asia
Iran’s nuclear program could destabilize the balance of power in the Middle East.
Region Reluctant to Commit to Afghan Security
Members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization recognize the importance of a stable Afghanistan but won’t help ensure it.
Obama to Bring Back Surge Troops by 2012
The president announced the withdrawal of tens of thousands of combat forces from Afghanistan.
The Distorted Legacy of Vietnam
Vietnam may have been mismanaged, but it is time to reappraise the need to intervene.
Greek Government Survives Confidence Vote
With little political support, Greece’s socialists have to implement a tough austerity program in exchange for financial aid.
European Businessmen Urge Support for Euro
Fifty of Europe’s most powerful business leaders call for a stronger political commitment to the survival of the euro.
New York Times Columnist Blasts Fannie Mae
David Brooks describes the devastating affordable housing myth as “the most important political scandal since Watergate.”
Democrats Send Message on Afghanistan
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee questioned the effectiveness of the Afghan counterinsurgency strategy.
Gates Warns Against Isolationism After Afghanistan
The departing defense secretary reflects on the war in Afghanistan and future American foreign policy.
McCain: Obama “Made a Mess” of Libya
The senator lambastes the president for not deploying full American airpower and failing to recognize the rebels’ interim government.
Huntsman Expected to Announce Presidential Run
The former ambassador to China brings foreign policy experience to the Republican presidential primary field for 2012.
Europe as Third Pole in Sino-American Relations
Europe could introduce multipolarity in relations between the two greater powers.