Threats
Done Deal: Iran to Suspend Nuclear Program, Roll Back Weaponization
In a stunning agreement with Western powers, Iran will virtually halt its nuclear program for six months. By Kevin Baron
Threats
Hagel Warns Afghanistan: Sign Troop Pact Now or Post-War Plans Halt
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says if a troop deal isn’t signed by the end of the year, the Pentagon will have to put its post-2014 planning on hold. By Kevin Baron
Policy
Obama Snubs 150th Anniversary of Gettysburg Address
President Obama isn't the first to avoid commemorating the historic speech with a speech. It's that good. By George E. Condon, Jr.
Policy
Susan Rice: 'Premature to Judge' Outcome of Iran Talks
Obama's national security advisor also said that differences with Saudi Arabia are mainly over tactics on Middle East policy and not overall strategy. By Uri Friedman
Policy
79 NatSec Officials Praise Obama for Iran Diplomacy
Former ambassadors lauded Obama’s administration for seeking talks with Tehran nuclear program. By Kedar Pavgi
Policy
How Obama Can Bypass Congress and Ease Sanctions on Iran
A recalcitrant and hawkish Congress won't cut back on Iran sanctions by itself. Good thing the White House has plenty of other options. By Sara Sorcher
Ideas
How Obama Can Help Iraq
The Iraq war President Obama never wanted is back. Here’s what he can do to help stop Iraq’s spiral into chaos. By Stephanie Gaskell
Ideas
Congress vs the President: Who Should Make the Calls on NSA?
Are the intel committees upset that the NSA tapped Merkel's phone -- or that they didn't know about it first? By Marc Ambinder
Policy
NSA, Watergate, Vietnam: What Should Presidents Know?
Presidents have lied about what they knew and knew too much. But there are things that a president really shouldn't know. By George E. Condon, Jr.
Policy
U.S. To Release Its Review of Spying Practices By Year's End
White House spokesman Jay Carney said the results of a review of the way the U.S. gathers intelligence will be released by the end of the year. By Matt Vasilogambros
Policy
Now Germany Confronts Obama Over NSA Spying
Germany is the latest ally to confront President Obama over reports of NSA spying. By Matt Berman, Matt Vasilogambros and Brian Resnick
Policy
Obama Signs Bill to Reinstate Troop Death Benefits During the Shutdown
President Obama signed the bill Thursday after the Fisher House Foundation offered to pay death benefits to families of fallen troops during the shutdown. By Stephanie Gaskell
Policy
Congress Slams Obama for Cutting Aid to Egypt
Even Democrats say the president should have consulted lawmakers outside his inner circle before making a unilateral change to foreign policy. By Sara Sorcher
Threats
Cutting Egypt Aid Too Little, Too Late
Withholding some aid to the military while continuing other aid gives Egypt mixed messages about Washington's intentions. By Sara Sorcher
Policy
How Obama Botched a Chance for Peace in Syria Last Year
One year and 80,000 lives ago, the United Nations envoy had carved a path for a government 'transition.' But the White House and Hillary Clinton rejected it. By Michael Hirsh
Policy
We Negotiate With Terrorists, Why Not With Congress?
Perhaps the Obama administration should adopt the same policy it applies to real terrorists: Don't negotiate at all in public, but meanwhile search for every back channel you can. By Michael Hirsh
Threats
The Six Things That Will Determine Obama's Success With Iran
Obama has made a good start by speaking to Rouhani, but there are plenty of pitfalls on the road to peace. By David Rohde
Policy
Will Obama and Rouhani Meet Face-to-Face at the United Nations?
This week’s United Nations meeting could open the door to an historic meeting between President Obama and the new Iranian leader. By Stephanie Gaskell
Business
Close the NSA's Reagan-Era Collection Loophole
There are many ways NSA could win back public trust, protect privacy, and still do its job. One way: cancel an executive order signed by Ronald Reagan. By Marc Ambinder
Threats