Persian Gulf

No Hotline to Tehran

America’s response to a nuclear Iran must assume the worst, preparing for prevention while envisioning a regime of containment and deterrence.

Deeper into Terrorism

Reports that Mossad is working with an Iranian terrorist group raise larger questions about Israel and American interests.

How to Defeat Iran

Air strikes are not the only option for using force against Tehran.

Israel and Iran: Countdown to War

U.S. and European sanctions have staved off the threat of Israeli military action against Iran. But not for long.

What Is Our Number One Priority?

Obama is equating—and subordinating—U.S. interests to Israeli interests. The implications for U.S. policy are disastrous. 

Regime Change, Humanitarianism and Syria

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

The Maliki Dilemma

Sectarian tensions in Iraqi politics have reached a boiling point. Washington's response will make a bad situation worse.

The Preconditions Game and Talks with Iran

Leon Panetta said it best: "Just get to the damn table."

Embracing Threatlessness

War on a massive scale is increasingly unlikely. Washington should stop spending as if it were around the corner.

Saleh Should Stay in New York

Accepting the ousted Yemeni president for medical treatment was a difficult, controversial choice. It was also the right one.

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February 13, 2012