War inevitably spawns refugees.
Where’s There’s War, There’s Refugees
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Middle East & North Africa
Emergence of Islamic State an Embarrassment for National Security Community
The Islamic State remains a puzzle to U.S. policymakers and analysts.
The U.S. Is Betraying the Kurds — Again
Turkey’s offering Washington a fig leaf of cooperation against the Islamic State, but it’s turning all its firepower against the most effective anti-ISIS fighters in the region — the Kurds.
Will Awlaki’s Personal Scandal Undermine His Status as World’s Most Beloved Jihadist?
The dangers of life as a Muslim leader in the United States weren’t all that drove Anwar al-Awlaki the flee the country.
What Happens When the Islamic State Has Its Own Air Force?
Last year it was reported that the Islamic State captured Syrian fighter planes.
No Game Will Be Changed by Attacking the Islamic State From Turkey
The Islamic State isn’t going anywhere soon.
Where’s the Republican Outrage Over Saudi Arabia?
While Republicans beat up on the White House for making peace with America’s enemies, voters should ask them more questions about America’s friends.
Who’s the Greatest Danger to World Peace? Hint: It’s Not Iran.
“The Iranian threat” has become such a truism in American politics that we’ve completely lost sight of Washington’s own record.
Want a More Democratic UN? Give It a Parliament
Every democracy in the world has an elected legislature. Why not the United Nations?
Historic Sites Fill a Variety of the Islamic State’s Needs, None of Them Good
Historic sites serve every purpose to the Islamic State except actual preservation of cultural heritage.