Saudi King Abdullah is reportedly gravely ill, and his death could mark the end of rule by the country's second generation of princes.

Stratfor's Vice President of Global Analysis Reva Bhalla examines an attempt by Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi to institutionalize the Muslim Brotherhood's influence at the expense of its secularist rivals.

Russia is reassessing its relationships with many countries in the Middle East and South Asia.

Stratfor's Vice President of Global Analysis Reva Bhalla discusses the negotiations and next steps in the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Stratfor's Vice President of International Projects Jennifer Richmond discusses the challenges for China's new leadership.

Two proposed hydropower dam projects could create conflict in Central Asia.

Stratfor discusses the importance of Venezuela's oil reserves and its relations with the United States.

Stratfor's Vice President of East Asia Analysis Rodger Baker discusses China's leadership transition, U.S. President Barack Obama's upcoming trip to Southeast Asia and the effects of both on the countries' relationship.

Stratfor's Vice President of International Projects Jennifer Richmond discusses the upcoming Chinese leadership transition and how it will affect the country internally.

Stratfor's Vice President of East Asia Analysis Rodger Baker discusses the North Korean regime's internal weaknesses and the outside forces that shape it.