Middle East Analysis

Delays and complications could interfere with Washington's plans for a fast and limited strike.

Aug 28, 2013 | 18:37 GMT

Washington is trying to persuade a war-weary public while buying time to secure a broad coalition.

Aug 28, 2013 | 10:37 GMT

Contrary to popular thinking, a war in Syria would not necessarily look like the intervention in Kosovo.

Aug 28, 2013 | 04:57 GMT

Impending U.S. airstrikes in Syria have jihadist forces, Iran and Saudi Arabia choosing sides.

Aug 28, 2013 | 02:21 GMT

The United States and its allies must be wary of mission creep.

Aug 27, 2013 | 12:25 GMT

A Syrian chemical weapons threat will not be solved with airstrikes alone.

Aug 27, 2013 | 04:00 GMT

After days of ambiguity, Washington has begun its public relations campaign for an attack.

Aug 26, 2013 | 19:38 GMT

Any intervention would probably be limited, but significant combat power is readily available if needed.

Aug 26, 2013 | 10:11 GMT

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