Policy
Want Syria? Convince General Dempsey
For more than a year, President Obama’s senior military advisor has deflected calls to send the U.S. military into Syria. Convince Gen. Martin Dempsey it won’t be another Iraq and maybe you’ll get your war. By Kevin Baron
Threats
Intel Committee Approved Arms for Syrian Rebels
House panel had “reservations” but moved White House plan forward last week.
Policy
Israeli-Palestinian Peace Talks Coming Soon—and John Kerry May Be the Reason Why
The secretary of state made the announcement in Jordan on Friday. By Matt Vasilogambros
Threats
An Opportunity for U.S.-Iran Engagement
Could the growing violence in Syria bring the U.S. and Iran together?
Threats
Egypt’s Military Behaving Exactly as Hoped, Sort Of
Al-Sissi may be unpredictable, but take the long view: 30 years of U.S. military aid to Egypt is paying security dividends. By Kevin Baron
Ideas
Hard Choices for the New Middle East
Five strategic dilemmas the administration must address in the Middle East.
Policy
Hagel Leading U.S. Talks with Egypt’s Military
The two defense leaders have a good rapport, according to report
Policy
Why Egypt Needs New Elections as Soon as Possible
The best way to ease the country's bitter divisions is to choose a new leader through a transparent political process, not military rule.
Threats
The Most Worrying Thing About Egypt's Coup: the Police
After a return of Mubarak-era elements and strong-arm tactics, revolutionaries have yet to articulate a clear vision of a functional, pluralistic government.
Policy