The flotilla raid could cause our relations with Ankara to implode—and severely harm the transatlantic alliance.
Israel attacked a ship of fools and ended up looking like the foolish one.
The proximity talks are almost certain to fail. The Israelis and Palestinians are more interested in the status quo than advancing the peace process.
Instead of focusing on the peace process in Israel, Obama needs to pay attention to developing crises in the wider Middle East.
Politician who keeps his office or statesman who brings peace to the Middle East? The decision is his.
The Iraqi election was a success. If it can maintain its strong democracy, Baghdad will become a powerful regional player and bolster American interests in the region.
Tehran still has no interest in a “grand bargain” with America. Obama must keep a united front with Europe and strengthen the military capabilities of our Arab allies.
Iraq could be a military powerhouse and counter Iran—if it gets its act together.
Islamic governments need to respect religious liberty at home before lecturing the West about intolerance.
Tehran isn't cooperating. But Obama must make sure he does not push the Iranians so hard that they unite behind the mullahs.