Across Arab World, a Widening Rift

Both current and historical political events, viewed through a sectarian lens, increase tension
Anthony Shadid
February 14, 2007

Traffic Cop in an Unsettled Region

The House of Saud has yet to decide its own role for promoting peace in the Middle East
Bernhard Zand
February 7, 2007

Beyond Oil: Reappraising the Gulf States

Oil-rich nations must prepare now for the day when natural resources run dry
Kito de Boer
January 31, 2007

Muslims “Get” Globalization, But Does It Get Them?

Biased media treatment exacerbates negative perceptions of globalization in the Muslim world
Mehmood Kazmi
January 22, 2007

With Iran Ascendant, US Is Seen at Fault

Arab nations worry about Iran’s growing influence in the Middle East and the spread of sectarian conflict
Anthony Shadid
January 31, 2007