Reaching Zero Reaching Zero
The nuclear dilemma in the Obama era.
Apr 1, 2010 / Feature / Jonathan Schell
Legitimation Crisis in Afghanistan Legitimation Crisis in Afghanistan
A stable government and an end to insurgency are possible--but only if the US withdraws.
Apr 1, 2010 / Feature / William R. Polk
Who’s the Enemy Again? Who’s the Enemy Again?
Not only is Obama not supporting Karzai's peace jirga, his soldiers are threating to kill Karzai's brother for talking to the Taliban.
Mar 31, 2010 / Bob Dreyfuss
The Iraqi Rubik’s Cube The Iraqi Rubik’s Cube
As the election results emerge, it seems like each combination of parties is more dangerous than all the others.
Mar 25, 2010 / Bob Dreyfuss
Light at the End of the Afghan Tunnel? Light at the End of the Afghan Tunnel?
The war could end in a year or so, with a negotiated settlement, if Obama plays his cards right.
Mar 24, 2010 / Bob Dreyfuss
Not Chalabi’s Iraq Not Chalabi’s Iraq
The neocons go to war against each other over Ahmed Chalabi's perfidy.
Mar 22, 2010 / Bob Dreyfuss
Pentagon vs. Israel? Pentagon vs. Israel?
Israeli hardliners are making enemies in places where they can hardly afford to do so.
Mar 16, 2010 / Bob Dreyfuss
US-Israel Showdown? US-Israel Showdown?
Does Obama have the guts for a full-frontal confrontation with the Israel lobby?
Mar 15, 2010 / Bob Dreyfuss
Lawyers, Terror & Torture Lawyers, Terror & Torture
Liz Cheney's witch hunt against lawyers who represented Guantánamo detainees is a new low.
Mar 11, 2010 / David Cole