Why Has Turkey Joined the Fight Against the Islamic State?
After two years of dillydallying and indecision, Turkey has now entered the fight against the Islamic State in Syria. The reason why, though complicated, may mark a sizable turn in Turkey’s foreign policy.
‘The Most Robust and Intrusive Inspections and Transparency Regime Ever Negotiated’?
The Iranian nuclear deal is supposed to prevent an Iranian nuclear weapon through tough inspections. But read the fine print.
Why Won’t the U.S. Embrace Egypt?
Abdel Fattah al-Sisi represents an opportunity to advance American interests in the Middle East—a neglected opportunity.
Netanyahu Wins Israeli Election
Yet a preelection promise reveals the gap will only widen between the United States and Israel.
Iran: Sultan of the Red Sea
A power grab in Yemen brought Iran much closer to controlling this strategic waterway.
Burned With Fire: Influx of Syrian Refugees Threatens Lebanon’s Stability
How long till embers blowing in from the Syrian civil war catch fire in Lebanon?
The Gas Deal That Could Reunite Cyprus
The discovery of large gas deposits in the eastern Mediterranean may heal Cyprus’s 55-year rift.
Turkey Threatens Closing the Bosporus on Russian Ships
The Crimea referendum to join Russia has Turkish Tatars worried about renewed violence. And Ankara is backing them.
Egypt Bans Hamas
Cairo edict pushes Gazan terrorists into the arms of Turkey and Qatar.
