Syria: No End in Sight

Despite Western-backed pressure, Assad clings to power with help from Russia, China and Iran
Fawaz A. Gerges
July 17, 2012

Syrian Conflict Promises Toxic Outcome – Part II

Conflict stemming from Syria’s sectarian imbalance could destabilize the Middle East
Dilip Hiro
June 28, 2012

Syrian Conflict Promises Toxic Outcome – Part I

As rebels gain territory, Syrian guards could abandon chemical-weapon arsenals
Leonard S. Spector
June 26, 2012

Can Afghanistan and Pakistan Prop Each Other Up?

As NATO leaves, a last hope is that Afghans and Pakistanis try economic cooperation
Paula Newberg
March 30, 2012

The US Public Wants Disengagement

Tired of war and debt crises, US voters seek time-out on foreign affairs
Bruce Stokes
September 14, 2011

The World After 9/11 – Part II

Reaching beyond its home base in Pakistan, Lashkar-e-Taiba strives for global jihad
Stephen Tankel
September 8, 2011
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