All Commentaries
The Great Convergence with Iran
What the Iran deal means for Tehran’s nuclear program — and for the future of the Middle East.
Playing with Peace in Myanmar
International aid and “statebuilding” exercises risk exacerbating ethnic conflicts in Myanmar. Here’s a more realistic approach.
Islamophobia in the US: a Language (Arabic) Can’t Kill
A recent Pledge of the Allegiance recited in Arabic was treated as a threat by some.
Iran Deal: A Game-Changer for the Middle East
Negotiators in Switzerland just won a huge victory for diplomacy over war. Now we’ve got to protect it.
Putin Ensuring Authoritarian Governance With an Orderly Political Succession
Like Singapore’s recently deceased Lee Kuan Yew and China’s Deng Xiaoping, Vladimir Putin is establishing a political succession that ensures continuity for his brand of authoritarianism.
Iran: Deal or No Deal?
Rare are the moments when enormously complex situations lend themselves to unambiguous yes-or-no answers. This is one of them.
Sexual Terror and Impunity in Somalia
Somalia is plagued by sexual violence, and many of the perpetrators are foreign troops.
What if Nuclear War No Longer Resulted in Nuclear Winter?
Can nuclear weapons be justified if arsenals are kept small enough to prevent the threat of nuclear winter if used?
Continuing the Crackdown on Kids
The “Biden Plan” for Central America treats refugee children as a national security threat.
Islamophobia in East-Central Europe
Mounting Islamophobia in East-Central Europe can result from indigenous chauvinism and a misreading of history.