Americas Analysis

U.S.: Losing Coalition Partners May Not Prevent a Syria Intervention

Washington still prefers a multilateral effort in a potential military strike.
Aug 30, 2013 | 13:05 GMT
An Unwilling Coalition: U.S. Options Dwindle in Syria

An Unwilling Coalition: U.S. Options Dwindle in Syria

Washington lacks a meaningful alliance for a limited strike, and even a negotiated settlement involving the Russians and Iranians is facing low prospects.
Aug 30, 2013 | 09:01 GMT

The U.S. Economy Strengthens Amid Tensions

Higher growth shows that the economy is strong, particularly compared to Europe and China, even as domestic rifts grow.
Aug 29, 2013 | 19:14 GMT
Russia's View on the Possible Syria Intervention

Russia's View on the Possible Syria Intervention

Russia uses its ties to Syria to keep the West from going too far in areas the truly matter for Moscow.
Aug 29, 2013 | 08:49 GMT
U.S. Naval Update Map: Aug. 29, 2013

U.S. Naval Update Map: Aug. 29, 2013

This map shows the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups.
Aug 29, 2013 | 04:55 GMT

Assessing Hezbollah Kidnapping Threats in Lebanon

Though they might be an Iranian bluff, taking note of threats could spare Westerners a hostage ordeal.
Aug 29, 2013 | 03:54 GMT

Obama's Credibility Dilemma on Syria

Delays and complications could interfere with Washington's plans for a fast and limited strike.
Aug 28, 2013 | 18:37 GMT
Rumors and Disinformation Ahead of a Syria Intervention

Rumors and Disinformation Ahead of a Syria Intervention

Washington is trying to persuade a war-weary public while buying time to secure a broad coalition.
Aug 28, 2013 | 10:37 GMT

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