The site of the proposed nuclear plant would be near the North Anatolian Fault, where the epicenters of Turkey's biggest earthquakes in recent decades have been located.

The exercises are intended to demonstrate the United States' ability to degrade Iran's most potent deterrent to attack: its ability to mine and close the Strait of Hormuz.

Stratfor Middle East Analyst Jacob Shapiro discusses the recent Israeli attacks in Syria and the attacks' implications for the region.

Stratfor Middle East Analyst Ashley Lindsey discusses Saudi Arabia's demographic challenge of educating its young population and integrating more women into its work force.

Stratfor Middle East Analyst Ashley Lindsey discusses how recent bombings in Syria are likely an attempt by anti-regime troops to exert force in the capital.

Despite reports that the Syrian regime may have used sarin gas, the United States is skeptical about getting involved in the conflict.

Stratfor Founder and Chairman George Friedman explains how Saudi-backed Sunni groups are challenging the Shia-controlled government in Baghdad and curbing the prospects for Iranian dominance in the region.

Stratfor Vice President of Global Analysis Reva Bhalla discusses the increasing Sunni militancy in Iraq that is challenging the Shiite-dominated government.

Stratfor Vice President of Global Analysis Reva Bhalla discusses Turkey's competition with Russia in the Middle East, the Caucasus and the Eastern Mediterranean.

Stratfor Middle East Analyst Ashley Lindsey explains why the protesters' present tactics in Bahrain indicate that they are probably not receiving help from a foreign player like Iran.