Stratfor Chief Geopolitical Analyst Robert D. Kaplan explains why there is little room for optimism concerning peace in the Middle East.

More expensive wheat could lead to social unrest that may threaten Egypt's stability.

Egypt can add environmental dangers to its growing list of concerns.

Stratfor Vice President of Global Analysis Reva Bhalla discusses the challenges faced by Hezbollah as it tries to navigate the Syrian conflict.

Solar storms can disrupt electrical and communications equipment on Earth.

Stratfor's Vice President of Global Analysis Reva Bhalla discusses the issues Israel faces in maintaining its cease-fire with Hamas.

Syria's main Kurdish rebel group could unsettle the broader Kurdish situation in the region.

The Syrian regime's remaining loyalist forces may try to secure a personal exit strategy, possibly with help from Hezbollah.

Rebels have launched a new offensive in Damascus to seize the critical regime-held territory.

Methane hydrates offer a potentially abundant source of natural gas widely distributed across the globe.