History — Not to Mention Reality — Aren’t on Assad’s Side
Syrian President Assad has demonstrated no interest in winning over his people.
President Obama Stands Poised to Reward Assad’s Biggest Supporter
The United States chose an inopportune time to lift restrictions on Russia and normalize trade relations.
Syria and the Semantics of “Civil War”
War semantics are not just semantics.
Hamas in the New Middle East
The Arab Awakening has made short work of Hamas’ longstanding alliance with Bashar al-Assad.
The U.S. and the Middle East: The Next Four Years
To begin with, the United States should drop the demand for regime change in Syria.
A New Middle East Agenda for Obama
Obama can stem the decline of U.S. influence in the Middle East, but only if he gives the people of the region a reason to want it.
Turkey Haunted by Hubris
Set to be a regional leader just two years ago, Turkey is now beset by problems with neighbors and other regional powers. What happened?
Hezbollah Hedges Its Bets on Assad
Although Hezbollah has been a strong ally of Bashar al-Assad, there are signs the Lebanese group is preparing for a future without him.
The Attack-Syria Coalition’s Neocon Roots
Calls for U.S. intervention in Syria can be traced back to PNAC.
Syria and the Dogs of War
Once loosed, the dogs of war range where they will.
Staunching Syria’s Wounds
As Syrian society slowly disintegrates, non-aligned states from the developing world may show the way forward to a diplomatic resolution.
Can Egypt Chart Its Own Course?
Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi has proved willing to act independently of Washington, but he’s not about to leave the fold.
Who Will Govern Syrian Kurdistan?
Although the prospects for an independent state in Syrian Kurdistan remain dim, unprecedented Kurdish autonomy will likely result from the conflict
Review: The Light in Her Eyes
A remarkable documentary offers a rare look at the women’s side of the mosque.
Syria’s Sectarian Echoes in Turkey
The radicalization and internationalization of Syria’s armed opposition have exacerbated the fears of Turkey’s minority communities.