The New York Times Backs the Administration’s Tenderize-the-Taliban Policy
The New York Times coverage of Afghanistan is more informative with what it doesn’t report than what it does.
WikiLeaks: Double Agent Bin Hamlili Double-Crossed the Taliban and the West
WikiLeaks reveals that Adil Bin Hamlili was a murderous double agent for the Taliban and the West.
Sidelining Egyptian Women after the Uprising
All the members of the committee writing Egypt’s new constitution are men.
What the Army Thinks the Taliban Would Do With Data on Genitourinary Injuries
Why is the U.S. Army reluctant to discuss genitourinary injuries?
Afghanistan: Killing Peace
Nine years into the war in Afghanistan, the costs still aren’t worth the price paid.
Memo to US — You’ve Been Out-Adapted. Go Home!
The U.S. is unable to adapt to the Taliban’s ability to adapt.
Is the Military Still in Charge in Pakistan?
A civilian government is currently in power in Pakistan. But is it really in charge?
Petraeus Played
Imposter Taliban negotiator brings out the hubris in Gen. Petraeus.
Will Rockets or Schools Tell the Tale of Afghanistan?
No amount of expensive innovation in arms can provide for a sustainable counterinsurgency operation.
Does the U.S. Really Want Talks With the Taliban to Succeed?
At the same time as it’s exploring talks with the Taliban, the U.S. has launched a major military operation in Kandahar.
Dismembering Afghanistan
As the situation become increasingly dire, dubious plans are emerging in an attempt to “save” the war effort.
Pakistan’s Insurgents More Like Our Founding Fathers Than We Know?
Is Pakistan’s Taliban motivated by unfair taxation — like our founding fathers?
Outraged by Drone Strikes? Some Drone Operators Are Too
CIA drone operators conflicted over drone strikes.
Readers’ Challenge: Why Ahmadis Now?
Pakistani constitution mandates persecution of the Ahmadi sect.
Readers’ Challenge: Have IR Deadlines Outlived Their Usefulness?
In the world of international relations, setting deadlines and creating timelines seems increasingly unproductive.