Middle East

Will Rice, Power Push Obama Toward War in Syria?

Will Rice, Power Push Obama Toward War in Syria? Will Rice, Power Push Obama Toward War in Syria?

Secretary of State Kerry has a hard road ahead of him to Geneva.

Jun 10, 2013 / Bob Dreyfuss

The Battle for Aleppo

The Battle for Aleppo The Battle for Aleppo

A special report from behind rebel lines. Says one fighter, ‘The hatred in our hearts is growing. I worry that one day it will be bigger than our dreams.’

Jun 5, 2013 / Feature / James Harkin

Hezbollah’s Gamble

Hezbollah’s Gamble Hezbollah’s Gamble

The Lebanese militia is now deeply embroiled in the Syrian civil war, which has become part of a regional struggle between Saudi Arabia and Iran. 

Jun 5, 2013 / Mohamad Bazzi

Occupy Gezi: International Solidarity for Turkey’s Uprising

Occupy Gezi: International Solidarity for Turkey’s Uprising Occupy Gezi: International Solidarity for Turkey’s Uprising

As the Turkish people clash with authorities, the world rises in solidarity.

Jun 3, 2013 / Allison Kilkenny

Why Arming Syria’s Rebels Is Still a Bad Idea

Why Arming Syria’s Rebels Is Still a Bad Idea Why Arming Syria’s Rebels Is Still a Bad Idea

“Humanitarian” intervention would only deepen the humanitarian disaster.

May 8, 2013 / The Editors

Wanted: US-Russia Deal on Syria

Wanted: US-Russia Deal on Syria Wanted: US-Russia Deal on Syria

It’s a tough one, but it ought to John Kerry’s top priority.

Apr 24, 2013 / Bob Dreyfuss

Sharif Abdel Kouddous: Report on Army Killings Will Pressure Egypt’s Government to Prosecute Sharif Abdel Kouddous: Report on Army Killings Will Pressure Egypt’s Government to Prosecute

The allegations of army violence during the 2011 uprising come from a committee appointed by the president, but a new constitution may yet undermine justice.

Apr 11, 2013 / Press Room

The Muslim Brotherhood’s War on Egyptian Media

The Muslim Brotherhood’s War on Egyptian Media The Muslim Brotherhood’s War on Egyptian Media

Forced into retirement by Brotherhood pressure, renowned left-wing Egyptian journalist Hani Shukrallah discusses the government’s project to control the media.

Mar 13, 2013 / Max Blumenthal

When Will Justice Be Served in Bahrain?

When Will Justice Be Served in Bahrain? When Will Justice Be Served in Bahrain?

Two years after the Arab Spring came to Bahrain, protesters are still fighting rampant human rights abuses—a bloody battle that isn't likely to end anytime soon.

Mar 5, 2013 / Sharif Abdel Kouddous

Stephane Hessel: There Is Always an Alternative to Injustice

Stephane Hessel: There Is Always an Alternative to Injustice Stephane Hessel: There Is Always an Alternative to Injustice

Remembering the French resistance spy, diplomat, Buchenwald survivor and human rights defender.

Feb 27, 2013 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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