Challenge of “Recent-ism” in the Middle East

Al Qaeda and ISIL have more similarities than differences; strategic counterterrorism efforts must be applied
Alexander Evans
June 25, 2015

The New Ukrainian Exceptionalism

Ukrainian leaders, under siege from Russian and separatist forces, resist constructive criticism
Matthew Rojansky and Mykhailo Minakov
June 23, 2015

Rebalancing the Middle East

US Middle East policies should strive to balance power between Saudi Arabia and Iran
Emma Sky
April 23, 2015

Countering the Islamic State Scourge

Sunni and Shia nations must unite to battle oppression and the Islamic State violence
Riaz Hassan
March 19, 2015

Divided Europe Mired in Crises

Europe seeks influence, yet fails to strengthen institutions to stabilize economic and regional security
Chris Miller
March 17, 2015

Alienated Muslim Youth Seek Purpose, Thrills in Joining Jihad

Youth confronting poverty, unemployment, social disdain grasp at extremists’ promises of a higher mission
Joji Sakurai
February 19, 2015