Worst Violence in Seven Years Breaks Out in Mali
The crisis in this North African nation has much wider global ramifications.
Will Europe Use Its ‘Coordinated Maritime Presence’ Plan to Attack Iran?
There could be more to the EU’s ‘first pilot case’ for future naval deployments than meets the eye.
What If George Washington Was Robert Mugabe?
The complicated legacy of Zimbabwe’s first leader
Xenophobic Violence Is a ‘Long-standing Feature in Post-Apartheid South Africa’
The latest spate of violence makes the crisis more critical than ever.
‘Killer Drone’ Warfare: Iran’s New Terror Strategy in the Middle East
Iran’s ‘land bridge’ in the Middle East ‘came into full view over the weekend.’
UN Warning: Locust Plague Coming to Egypt’s Neighbors
The potential for destruction is immense.
‘Either Victory or Egypt’
One chant that reveals the plight of anti-government protesters in Sudan, and what the future of their troubled nation might be
What’s Next for Sudan
The coup that ended Omar al-Bashir’s 30-year dictatorship may not be enough to end Sudan’s troubles.
Radical Islam, Still a Major Threat to Europe
What radical Islam did in Egypt in 2012 is just as revealing as the magnitude of the effort that has since been expended to curtail it.
The ‘Utter Destructiveness’ of the War in Yemen
The crisis in Yemen is a harrowing case study of the main causes of global suffering and of the short- and long-term solutions.
The Future of Europe’s Counterterrorism Operations in Africa
The Sahel region desperately needs counterterrorism support, and Europe is well positioned—and motivated—to intervene.
Chaos Consumes Zimbabwe—Again
The Zimbabwean government has responded to violent anti-government protests with violence of of its own, placing Zimbabwean governance on trial yet again, some 39 years after independence.
Will Sanctions Slow Iran’s Quest for Domination?
America’s largest tranche of sanctions on Iran are now in effect. How successful will they be?
China’s ‘New Colonialism’ in Africa
Chinese foreign investments come with geopolitical strings attached.
Pentagon: China Is ‘Building a More Capable People’s Liberation Army’
Chinese military likely training for ‘strikes against U.S. and allied targets.’
Ethiopia-Eritrea Accord: Iran’s Opportunity?
Bible prophecy indicates Iran could exploit improving ties between these former enemies to sabotage global trade.
China Expands Economic, Military Influence in Sri Lanka
‘A case study of how Chinese money and clout have the capability to buy favors and concessions’
Iran Threatens ‘the Mother of All Wars’
The Islamic Republic’s words intimidate as much as its actions.
Is News of China’s Rise Hurting China?
If it is, toning down the rhetoric is not the only fix Chinese leaders are suggesting.
Why an Arab Spring in Jordan Is Not Imminent
The obvious and less obvious (but prophetic) reasons why Jordan’s government won’t be overthrown
Hezbollah, Allies Take Majority in Lebanese Elections
A win for terrorism
The Indirect Iran-Israel War Has Become More Direct
‘Iran is now sufficiently emboldened as to directly attack Israel.’
Chinese Live-Fire Drills Threaten Taiwan
Yet another People’s Liberation Army Navy exercise contrasts America’s decline against China’s aggressive rise.
Will China’s Next Military Base Be in Vanuatu?
China’s expanding military power in the Pacific could soon approach Australia.
