Middle East
When Saudi Arabia realizes it's backed the wrong horse
George W. Bush's war helped hand Iraq to Iran. Trump’s war may help hand the Gulf — and above all Riyadh — to China.
September 22, 2026
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Middle East
China is outfoxing the US in the battle for Mideast influence
Washington's military posture comes with huge risks and responsibilities, easing Beijing's burden in the region
September 22, 2026
Asia-Pacific
Trump and Xi meet on a 'rotting' diplomatic foundation
The war in Iran, a murky trade truce, and a hawkish foreign policy establishment that is just itching for a fight makes for uncertain dynamics at today's summit
September 22, 2026
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Is all this AI doomsaying distracting us from the real threat?
On the latest Always at War: Our hosts try to understand why Artificial Intel CEOs are so eager to push the 'end of humanity' narrative.
September 22, 2026
Middle East
Does Mecca Pact demand Pakistan enter Yemen conflict?
Islamabad's response need not be a binary choice between internvention and non-intervention
September 21, 2026
Middle East
Why Trump won't 'blow the sh*t out of' Oman today
If he wants to keep talking to the Houthis to help resolve escalating Red Sea crisis, Muscat is his intermediary
September 21, 2026
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