The rising trend of insecurity in the Middle East will be the greatest threat to United States’ security in the coming century.
Middle East
No End in Sight: The U.S. Drone Campaign as a Perpetual Stop-Gap
The U.S. drone campaign is pushing back against the fighters of today while likely inspiring those of tomorrow.
What Should the U.S. Do about Iraq’s Support of Syria?
Despite the ongoing violence in Syria, the United States would be wise to let Iraq support the Syrian regime.
Rising Danger in the Aftermath of the Iranian Assassination Plot
As the details of the Iranian assassination plot against the Saudi Ambassador to the United States unfold, one thing is clear. This event signifies a new and dangerous direction in Iranian covert action around the world.
Flirting With Disaster: Why Not to Support the MEK
Numerous appeals have been made to remove the Mujahedeen-e-Khalq from the State Department’s Foreign Terrorist Organizations list, as many consider the group to be a viable opposition against the Iranian regime. Nothing can be further from the truth.
Is the Muslim Brotherhood Really a Threat?
The Muslim Brotherhood is favored to win big in the upcoming elections, but several recent events suggest that its strong position may be waning.
Women’s rights: a way to keep control in Saudi Arabia
Rather than a sign of change to come, advances in women’s rights are just a ploy to keep Arab Spring revolts from threatening the Saudi royal family.







