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Dissatisfied with a secular government approved by the West, Hezbollah wants to control the government of Lebanon by having veto power over any decision – and calls such a process a “unity government.” Such demands, combined with thousands taking to the streets of Beirut in protest, sudden resignations of ministers and assassinations, can only lead to political instability and chaos. Some...

Muslims who resort to violence often cite the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians as a major source for their anger. Nations relying on traditional military force in the Middle East in recent years have only seen their power diminished rather than enhanced. Weariness about violence, conflict and instability may force the players to try diplomacy. Unfortunately, a long chain reaction of...

Joining the UN in 1971, modern China did not become active in peacekeeping efforts until after the conclusion of the Cold War. But as a rising economic power, China increasingly contributes to more UN peacekeeping efforts, particularly in Africa, a center for Chinese trade deals and foreign investment. The Chinese ambassador to the UN took the lead in criticizing major powers during summer 2006...