PALESTINIANS NEED TOUGH TALK FROM EUROPE By David Makovsky

imageEurope needs to reciprocate President Obama's 2011 speech with a statement of its own, including clear language on bilateral talks, refugees, and security.

Posted On: Jun 17, 13 | 4:57 pm

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM RUSSIA AT THE G-8 SUMMIT By Anna Borshchevskaya

When the thirty-ninth G-8 Summit opens in Northern Ireland on June 17, Syria will likely dominate the discussion. As British prime minister and summit chair David Cameron told...

Posted On: Jun 15, 13 | 6:39 pm

REGIONAL CONSEQUENCES OF QATAR'S LEADERSHIP TRANSITION By Simon Henderson

imageThe forthcoming elevation of Crown Prince Tamim to Qatar's top leadership roles could spur Iran and other rivals to play mischief.

Posted On: Jun 14, 13 | 9:07 am

THE MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD IN THE GULF: PROSPECTS FOR AGITATION By Lori Plotkin Boghardt

image Local Brotherhood groups range from regime irritants to regime supporters, and the security challenge they represent to the Gulf monarchies should be assessed on a country-by-country basis.

Posted On: Jun 11, 13 | 10:27 pm

DON'T DISCOUNT THE IRANIAN ELECTION By Dennis Ross

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Khamenei's handling of the presidential election highlights his desire to prevent foreign accommodation, including on the nuclear issue.

Posted On: Jun 10, 13 | 10:56 am

NEW PALESTINIAN PRIME MINISTER IS A VICTORY FOR FATAH By David Makovsky

imageAbbas's chosen candidate will boost Fatah's profile in the near term, but international donors will ultimately judge the new premier based on how he handles fiscal transparency,...

Posted On: Jun 08, 13 | 8:49 am

Ref: Your Outstanding Service as Interior Minister to Pakistan BY Shazada Hayat

image Dear Hon. Interior Minister, The outstanding service you have rendered to Pakistan as Minister of Interior (Home Secretary), has been outstanding.

Posted On: Jun 06, 13 | 6:06 pm

SECURITY FORCE ASSISTANCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST: NEW APPROACHES FOR A NEW ERA By Brian Winski

image Through professional military education, exchange-officer programs, and U.S.-based exercises, Washington can gain long-term influence with partner militaries throughout...

Posted On: Jun 05, 13 | 10:32 am

THE QUSAYR RULES: THE SYRIAN REGIME'S CHANGING WAY OF WAR By Jeffrey White

imageGiven the regime's renewed offensive capabilities, delaying foreign military assistance any further is a recipe for more rebel defeats.

Posted On: Jun 03, 13 | 10:05 am

WINNERS AND LOSERS IN IRAN'S PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION By Mehdi Khalaji

imageAyatollah Khamenei is determined to push for a completely loyal president, but the decision to dismiss Rafsanjani could undermine the regime in the long run.

Posted On: May 30, 13 | 2:31 pm
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