Middle East

Dissent Breaks Out at the Center for American Progress Over Netanyahu’s Visit

Dissent Breaks Out at the Center for American Progress Over Netanyahu’s Visit Dissent Breaks Out at the Center for American Progress Over Netanyahu’s Visit

At a meeting Friday, about a dozen staffers objected to the liberal think tank’s invitation to the right-wing Israeli prime minister. Here’s what they said.

Nov 10, 2015 / Ali Gharib and Eli Clifton

President Obama meets with Vladimir Putin at the G8 Summit.

Obama Administration Officials Insist Russia Is to Blame for the Syrian Crisis Obama Administration Officials Insist Russia Is to Blame for the Syrian Crisis

Will it finally dawn on the American political establishment that the US and Russia are in this fight together?

Nov 9, 2015 / James Carden

Can Clinton Mend Fences With Netanyahu?

Can Clinton Mend Fences With Netanyahu? Can Clinton Mend Fences With Netanyahu?

The Democratic presidential hopeful says she can make it right with Israel’s conservative prime minister, but offers no specifics.

Nov 6, 2015 / Ali Gharib

Israel’s Descent Into Jingoistic ‘Orgies of Feeling’

Israel’s Descent Into Jingoistic ‘Orgies of Feeling’ Israel’s Descent Into Jingoistic ‘Orgies of Feeling’

The current popularity of snuff media encourages retribution against those considered responsible for so-called national injuries.

Nov 5, 2015 / Neve Gordon

An Afghan woman and girl approach American troops in Kandahar.

14 Years After ‘Liberation,’ Afghan Women Are Suffering More Than Ever 14 Years After ‘Liberation,’ Afghan Women Are Suffering More Than Ever

A look at Afghanistan “after” the American war.

Nov 5, 2015 / Ann Jones

The US Can’t Abandon Iranian Human Rights Activists Now

The US Can’t Abandon Iranian Human Rights Activists Now The US Can’t Abandon Iranian Human Rights Activists Now

The nuclear deal with Iran could fall apart if moderates lose political footing.

Nov 4, 2015 / Matthew Duss

Is the New Cold War Trending in Russia’s Favor from Syria to Europe?

Is the New Cold War Trending in Russia’s Favor from Syria to Europe? Is the New Cold War Trending in Russia’s Favor from Syria to Europe?

And will it leave the United States increasingly isolated?

Nov 4, 2015 / Stephen F. Cohen

Will Iran Abandon the Vienna Peace Talks on Syria?

Will Iran Abandon the Vienna Peace Talks on Syria? Will Iran Abandon the Vienna Peace Talks on Syria?

Its invitation was unprecedented—but Tehran’s attendance may fall victim to the regional proxy war with Saudi Arabia.

Nov 3, 2015 / Juan Cole

November 3, 1986: The Iran/Contra Weapons-for-Hostages Deal Is Exposed

November 3, 1986: The Iran/Contra Weapons-for-Hostages Deal Is Exposed November 3, 1986: The Iran/Contra Weapons-for-Hostages Deal Is Exposed

“The arms deal did not take place on the margins of policy but at its very heart.”

Nov 3, 2015 / Richard Kreitner

For Most Syrians, the Problem Isn’t ISIS—It’s Assad

For Most Syrians, the Problem Isn’t ISIS—It’s Assad For Most Syrians, the Problem Isn’t ISIS—It’s Assad

Hospital workers in Syria, barely able to keep up with demand, are desperate to reduce the supply. Their plea: Stop the killing.

Nov 2, 2015 / Majed Aboali

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