The Relevance of Structural Realism for Policymakers

Obama's foreign policy would benefit from looking past the Thomas Friedmans of the world.

Blame Italy for Libya

Will Libya remain a state?

Arab Spring, Israeli Winter

The Egyptian Revolution will mean the end of peace for Israel.

The Senate's Interventionist Caucus and Libya

The Senate is trying yet again to rein in Obama's foreign policy. This time the criticism is from both sides of the aisle.

Assad Dynasty Crumbles

Syrians were sold the false bill of Arab nationalism. Why the myth is ending.

Breaking the State

One fact is certain: foreign interventions end badly. Think the Balkans, Iraq, Afghanistan. Libya will be no different.

The only issue that matters is whether Cold War strategies and structures adequately address present and future realities or whether the realities of a new century demand a fresh look at the institutions and policies that make the nation secure.

Regional Headlines

ISI Boxes CIA into a Corner

Pakistan's intelligence services are taking on Langley. The CIA just got outmaneuvered.

Iran Marches Forward

Tehran will go nuclear. Everyone will live in fear.

Mexico’s Drug War Body Count Mounts

Calderon won't give up on his failing strategy. Courage has given way to stubbornness.

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April 30, 2011