How Would US Strike Against Syria Affect Lebanon? As the world awaits a likely US-led military strike on Syria, many in Lebanon are concerned about the potential repercussions such an action could have on them. Lebanon
Three Scenarios for Day After Attack on Syria The possible outcomes of a US-launched war on Syria. Lebanon
Experts in Turkey Differ on Syria Policy A group of well-informed experts on Syria warned that Turkey may face unprecedented challenges after a potential military strike against the Assad regime. Syria
'Baghdad Belt' Deals With New Sectarian Tensions Once a paradigm of multi-sectarian coexistence, the towns in the area circling the Iraqi capital known as the "Baghdad belt" have been some of the first victims of increased security measures and sectarian incitement in a turbulent Iraq. Iraq
Peace Talks Continue Despite Rising Mideast Tensions The world is looking at Syria and Egypt while Israeli-Palestinian negotiations in Washington continue discreetly. Palestine
Israel Should Heed Syrian Lessons In Dealing with Iran The Obama administration's inaction and discourse on Syria must serve as a warning sign to Israel when dealing with the Iranian threat. Israel
Erdogan’s Fateful Season The real danger for the Turkish prime minister is in the warning signs of the economy. Egypt
Is There a Place for Jews In Future Palestinian State? Anyone who expects Palestinians to welcome Jewish settlements with open arms in their future state should first examine Israel’s attitude toward the Palestinian minority in its own. Palestine
Iran Divides Iraqi Politicians Iran’s long-standing and deep involvement in Iraqi politics has recently witnessed a backlash. Iraq
Battle to Lead Labor Party Begins in Israel Knesset member Isaac Herzog, running for Labor Party leadership, claims that the public is looking for a new diplomatic alternative. Israel
Syria Brotherhood Leader: US Position on Syria 'Negative' In an exclusive interview, senior Syrian Muslim Brotherhood leader Ali al-Bayanouni says, "There is no room for a political solution" with the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Syria
Iran Revives Planning Agency To Enact Economic Reforms Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will reestablish the Management and Planning Organization, which former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad had dissolved in 2006. Iran
Eight Reasons Why US, Iran Must Manage Syria Crisis A volatile Middle East makes it even more urgent that the US and Iran work together through the UN Security Council to resolve their disputes over Iran’s nuclear program and Syria. Syria
Sadr Reconsiders Political Role, Mahdi Army Tensions have boiled over between the Mahdi Army and Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq near Baghdad, as the Sadrist movement re-evaluates its military wing and vies for greater political sway. Iraq
Syrian Heavy Metal Bands Rock On During War With the situation in Syria deteriorating daily, Syria’s rock and heavy metal artists continue to make music despite pressure from more than just their government. Syria
Looming Attacks Grip Lebanon Following three major bombings since July 9, various Lebanese parties have traded accusations, while the Lebanese speculate regarding a potential future attack. Lebanon
