Region
Central Asia
Can Afghanistan Afford to Survive?
Despite the Obama administration’s claims of success, Afghanistan is in a guerrilla war that might be too expensive for the country to win, argues Juan Cole in our feature interview.
A Glimmer of Hope Over Iran?
The latest round of P5+1 talks over Iran’s nuclear programme broke up without agreement. But things might not be as bad as they look.
The Importance of Bahrain
US policymakers wanting to contain Iran’s regional influence should take note of Saudi Arabia’s active courting of its neighbour.
It Just Got Worse in Afghanistan
Hamid Karzai’s decision to postpone the inauguration of the new parliament deepens what was already a political crisis, argues Robert Dreyfuss.
WikiLeaks’ Awkward Reading for Iran
The interesting thing about the revelations over Iran’s neighbours is just how far they’d go to stop it from acquiring a nuclear bomb.
US Hardliners Lose Ground on Iran?
With growing speculation that the Obama administration might allow Iran to continue enriching uranium, is a deal back on the cards?
Who’s Next on Ahmadinejad’s List?
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has managed to dispense with two high-profile opponents. Who’s next in his crosshairs?
How Sanctions Can Work With Iran
Russia Challenges US Mid-East Role
Russia’s interest in boosting its role in Middle East peace efforts was clear at the Valdai conference. It’s losing faith in US efforts.
Time to Talk (Properly) to Iran
Iran is almost certain to go for a full enrichment programme. But the West should still talk to it, says Abdullah Baabood.
That Stubborn Euro-Asia Divide
By Richard Weitz
