Washington Post Commentary

Spies and Politicians

U.S. domestic politics played a role in the recent spy drama.

Spies Among Us

Moscow should be grateful that the arrest of ten alleged Russian spies brought an end to a costly and ineffective government program.

Turmoil in Kyrgyzstan

America and Russia should deploy a joint peacekeeping force.

Falling Out

America’s deteriorating relationship with Turkey is likely to get even worse.

Iraq's Long, Hot Summer?

Washington must allow Iraqis to form a government on their own terms. If it forces a solution, Iraq could descend into chaos once again.

Kurdistan Election Decided

Kurdish voters presented a united front for Baghdad. But internal divisions are rife—and the region might soon devolve into political turmoil.

What Does Obama Want?

The State of the Union didn’t make it any clearer. The lack of specifics on health care, the economy and foreign affairs may undermine the president’s agenda.

Win, Hold and Lose

Nation building is a failed policy. So why are we trying it in Afghanistan?

Kabul Goes Tribal

The best way to solve insurgency issues in Afghanistan is to adopt policies that succeeded in Iraq—work with local tribal leaders instead of nation building.

Turning Abkhazia into a War

Russia’s bad reputation in the American media may turn a spat with Georgia into a potentially explosive situation.

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May 26, 2012