Eurasia

Occupy Afghanistan

Rosy reports of progress are wrong. The only successful occupation in Afghanistan is that of the Taliban.

Turkey's Syria Imperative

Ankara wants to prove it is a regional leader. It should start by helping find a solution for Syria.

Afghanistan and the Guantanamo Roach Motel

Six dangerous misconceptions about the Taliban and the war in Afghanistan that may be preventing peace.

Washington's UN Temper Tantrum

Russia and China have proved again what the United States should already know: Washington's unipolar moment is over.

Dead End in Damascus

How Syria may push U.S.-Russian relations over the edge.

Regime Change, Humanitarianism and Syria

Muddied thinking on Syria is leading the United States toward dangerous conclusions.

The Right Direction on Afghanistan

Redefining objectives in Afghanistan is not enough. Policy makers must reconsider what U.S. interests are at stake there.

Unanswered Questions on Afghanistan

Though vague, the Afghanistan-withdrawal announcement is good news—and a brilliant political move.

Devotion to Duty

The nation relies on public servants executing their duties instead of their preferences. David Petraeus is a prime example.

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February 12, 2012