The threat of a North Korean ballistic missile attack on the American mainland is even further off than it was several hours ago.
NORK Rocket Failure Affords West an Opportunity to Dial Down Condemnation
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U.S. Only Lightening Grip on Reins of Afghan Night Raids
Whether U.S. or Afghan-led, night raids are still night raids.
Our Iran Policy on the Couch
It’s cause for celebration whenever subconscious motives breach the perimeter of international relations.
The Right’s Curious Nostalgia for Military Rule
Neoconservatives are finding the entry of a Muslim Brotherhood candidate in the race for Egypt’s presidency hard to swallow.
Unexpected Nomination by Obama for World Bank Chief
WASHINGTON, March 23, 2012 (IPS) – In a surprise to many development and finance experts here on Friday, U.S. President Barack Obama nominated Jim Yong Kim, a relatively unknown but highly regarded international health specialist to become the next president of the World Bank.
A Bromance Made in Hell: When Mitt Met Bibi
Mitt Romney and Benjamin Netanyahu’s views on governing are mirrored by their views on investment management.
Salafists Could Roll Arab Spring Back to Arab Winter
Mitt Romney and Benjamin Netanyahu’s views on governing are mirrored by their views on investment management.
Jamming the NSA
Declare jihad on illegal surveillance.
April 17: Global Day of Reckoning
The time has come, once and for all, to realign our priorities to address the crises impacting our troubled world.
A Test Case on Iran Sanctions
A whistleblower alleges death threats.