Geopolitical Diary

Searching for Sunni Leadership in Lebanon

Lebanon's deeply fragmented Sunni community is still looking for a competent political and militant authority to challenge Hezbollah.

Jun 25, 2013 | 01:27 GMT

Hollande Faces a Dilemma

The French president wants to enact necessary economic reforms without invoking the ire of French citizens.

Jun 20, 2013 | 19:28 GMT

China's Brinksmanship with its Banks

Bank jitters point to the danger facing the new administration's reformist posture.

Jun 19, 2013 | 20:28 GMT

Afghan Taliban: A Case of Jihadist Moderation?

In its first direct talks with representatives of the Afghan Taliban, the United States must maneuver complex relations with al Qaeda as well as changes to the Afghan constitution.

Jun 19, 2013 | 00:36 GMT

Amid Syrian Furor, Russia Makes its Move in Europe

While the Syrian crisis has attracted the most attention at the G-8 summit, Russia is quietly focusing other priorities closer to home.

Jun 17, 2013 | 19:44 GMT

The White House's Message Regarding Chemical Weapons Use in Syria

Syria's use of chemical weapons hasn't necessarily changed the United States' strategic interest in avoiding military intervention.

Jun 14, 2013 | 01:00 GMT

Israeli and Turkish Intelligence Chiefs Meet

A Hurriyet report about an alleged meeting between Mossad and MIT heads reveals that Israel and Turkey can still collaborate on mutually strategic issues.

Jun 13, 2013 | 05:30 GMT

Iran's Evolving Political System

The country's hybrid political order is diffusing power among elected officials, clerics and the military.

Jun 12, 2013 | 01:23 GMT

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