Middle East Analysis

Another Northern City Falls to the Syrian Rebels
Another Northern City Falls to the Syrian Rebels
Rebel gains in Syria's north and east are increasingly cause for concern for Iraq and the Kurds.
Mar 5, 2013 | 09:22 GMT
In Egypt, a Military Takeover Is Not Imminent
In Egypt, a Military Takeover Is Not Imminent
The army's intervention in protests is not an indication that it is preparing to assume control.
Mar 4, 2013 | 09:41 GMT
In Egypt, Locusts Threaten Food
In Egypt, Locusts Threaten Food Staples
The infestation could complicate Cairo's efforts to secure food subsidies.
Mar 1, 2013 | 05:31 GMT
Fire: The Overlooked Threat
Whether it is part of an attack or an accident, fire is a deadly force for which everyone should be prepared.
Feb 28, 2013 | 04:00 GMT
An Inflection Point in the Iranian Nuclear Talks
The latest round of talks suggests a possible break in the decadelong trend of dead-end negotiations.
Feb 27, 2013 | 21:23 GMT
Global Affairs with Robert D. Kaplan
Tunisia's Relative Blessings
The cradle of the Arab Spring is too civilized for military strongmen but too politically underdeveloped for democracy.
Feb 27, 2013 | 04:00 GMT
Egypt's Economic Crisis
Egypt's Economic Crisis
Cairo must find a way to redistribute national resources, impose a lower standard of living or attract foreign capital.
Feb 25, 2013 | 05:45 GMT
Solar Storms and Technology: The Likelihood of Disruptions
Increasing solar activity could affect communications and harm electrical equipment in orbit and on Earth.
Feb 25, 2013 | 05:30 GMT

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