Middle East Analysis

Obama's Tightrope Walk

Human rights concerns regarding Syria and international expectations have put the president in an awkward position.
Sep 3, 2013 | 04:02 GMT

Geopolitical Calendar: Week of Sept. 2, 2013

This is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.
Sep 2, 2013 | 04:53 GMT

On Syria, Obama To Seek Congressional Support

The president is injecting more time into the decision process.
Aug 31, 2013 | 13:52 GMT

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
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
Iraq's Limited Risk of Civil War

Iraq's Limited Risk of Civil War

Though near-daily attacks seem likely to continue, the country's overall stability does not yet seem at risk.
Aug 29, 2013 | 06:25 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

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