Middle East
US rewards UAE bad behavior making it a 'major defense partner'
The Biden administration's decision reflects a consistently misguided Middle East playbook
September 30, 2024
united arab emirates
Middle East
Gulf states renew close ties amid Gaza war
Gulf Cooperation Council countries have seen their share of internal crises but regional instability tends to be a unifying force
April 30, 2024
Middle East
Red Sea is today's arena for clash of African-Arab power politics
This didn't start with Gaza. The last decade has been a rollercoaster of hope and horror for the peoples here
January 09, 2024
Asia-Pacific
Can the US compete with China's Belt & Road Initiative?
The US is key to an ambitious new plan connecting India, the Middle East, and Europe.
September 29, 2023
Middle East
The Abraham Accords are no victory for religious tolerance
Some sell the agreements as reducing 'Muslim-Jewish antipathy,' but they have also served to further entrench the Sunni-Shi'a divide.
September 11, 2023
Washington Politics
'Acceptable' versus 'unacceptable' foreign meddling in US affairs
It all seems to depend on whether the offending nation is an ally or adversary. China and Russia, watch out.
May 01, 2023
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