Lack of unequivocal Western support seems to have given the Egyptian military license to exert its will over Egypt.
Egyptian Military “Cures” for AIDS and Hepatitis C Symptom of Its Desperation
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The Dark Side of the Ukraine Revolt
Ukraine’s ultra-right-wing Svoboda party is no fringe organization.
What Kind of Politician Bases a Major Foreign Policy Speech on Civilian Casualties?
Who else ― Elizabeth Warren?
In India Book Withdrawal Sparks Criticism
Major Indian publisher capitulates to right-wing Hindu group.
Africa’s Supposed Failure to Achieve the Millennium Development Goals
Some African economies would need to grow at the impossible rate of seven percent to meet the Millennium Development Goal for poverty eradication.
Sochi Brought to Fore Not Just Russian Homophobia, But Islamophobia
Russia’s Olympic success and growth are meaningless if xenophobia continues to dominate its society.
Is Assad Following the Pakistan Model?
Like the Pakistan military and ISI, Syrian President Assad may be aiding jihadists who operate on his own soil.
Calls for U.S. Military Intervention in Syria Re-surfacing
Once again, R2P — responsibility to protect — is being used as a pretext for attacking Syria.
U.S. Got Caught in a Vicious Circle With Afghan President Karzai’s Brother, Ahmed Wali
The author had a ringside seat to how the surge in Afghanistan only increased Ahmed Wali Karzai’s leverage, thus increasing U.S. need for his support.
Why Did Sister Megan Rice Ask for a Life Sentence?
Was it a bid by the Transform Now Plowshares activist to become a martyr to disarmament?