Israel, Palestinians Declare End to Violence

Though Hamas rejection of agreement raises questions as to how long the ceasefire will last
Reuters
February 8, 2005

Democracy Won, but do Americans Care?

US citizens, wary of the human and financial costs of war, may oppose Bush’s desire for continued involvement in Iraq
Maggie Mitchell-Salem
February 1, 2005

Why the UN Needs International Rescue

The tsunami-induced "globalization of suffering" shows that the world needs an improved - not abandoned - United Nations
David Aaronovitch
January 4, 2005

Read My Ears

Columnist argues that Bush should talk less and listen more to Europe
Thomas L. Friedman
January 27, 2005

Spies Are Us: Interest in Arabic Soars

American and European Arabists look for lucrative spy opportunities in the Middle East
Benjamin Sutherland
January 19, 2005