Talking to Grown-Ups in the Caucasus

The post-Soviet countries are grown-up, though not necessarily as the West might have wished.

Obama’s Win-Win on Iraq

From his early opposition to the withdrawal, Obama's Iraq track record is his ace in the hole.

The Arab Spring's Violent Turn

Praise for the Arab Spring's democratic motivations is premature. Recent sectarian clashes suggest a much darker outcome.

Will Yemen's Peace Agreement Hold?

Saleh signed the peace agreement. But Yemen's biggest challenges remain.

Newt Gingrich and the EMP Threat

Why you should ignore Newt's breast-beating on the overblown EMP threat to national security.

The Erosion of the EU

First came the economic troubles. Now the European Union also faces crises of policy, unity and democratic legitimacy

The problem of drug-related violence in Mexico will not be alleviated until the United States—as the largest consumer of illegal drugs—abandons the failed prohibition model.

Regional Headlines

Georgia's Political Shake Up: Enter the Oligarch

Boris Ivanishvili has taken just two weeks to unsettle the entire Georgian political scene.

What to Expect from the New Saudi Crown Prince

The alliance with Saudi Arabia is the bedrock of America's Mideast policy. The new crown prince could change all that.

Tehran's Anti-MeK Propaganda Machine

The regime in Tehran is spreading lies about MeK. Washington is buying them hook, line and sinker.

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December 17, 2011