Washington Politics
Robert Kagan: Sometimes US intervention is worth blowback
In a wide-ranging interview with RS, the hawkish commentator talks neocons, primacy, and why he opposes the war in Iran
August 04, 2026
Martin Di Caro
Middle East
They pressured Carter to invade Kharg Island too. He didn't.
History offers lessons for President Trump as he weighs attacking the strategic oil depot
July 17, 2026
Washington Politics
Seeing in real time why founders kicked monarchy to the curb
They had flaws but these men had real notions about the use of military power and who should wield it. We should listen.
July 03, 2026
Middle East
Israel's 'permanent security' quest is a policy with sinister implications
The goal of eliminating any potential or future threats, real or imaginary, will all but inevitably dehumanize and create new enemies
May 07, 2026
Middle East
Lacing up LBJ's shoes, Trump is walking willingly into a trap
'Choosing War' author Fredrik Logevall on how the Democratic president went from bombing in 1964 to sending 500,000 ground troops into Vietnam by 1967
April 14, 2026
Load more