Distempered Days

President Karzai’s inability to tackle major Afghan issues threatens his authority and mars his reputation
Declan Walsh
June 28, 2006

Written Again in British Blood

Continued violence in Afghanistan follows a historical pattern
Ben Macintyre
July 17, 2006

A Conflict That Will Stay Close to Home

Escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah may not lead to larger regional war
Edward M. Luttwak
July 18, 2006

Time for America to Put Its Diplomatic Muscle Where Its Mouth Is

The US has great influence in the region and must encourage peace
July 21, 2006

New Conflicts in an Old War

Exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah should not be viewed with ambivalence
James Carroll
July 25, 2006