Iraq – United States relations Commentary

The Case for Staying in Iraq

Michael O'Hanlon | Sep 12, 2011

The top three reasons for rethinking the withdrawal.

Sean Kane | Aug 04, 2011

Sectarian rifts. Political infighting. Shifting alliances. How Iraq missed its last best chance out of the mire.

F. Gregory Gause III | Jul 27, 2011

We want the Iraqi people to have their say. As long as they say what we want them to.

Dov S. Zakheim | Jun 01, 2011

The frightening implications of failure in Afghanistan.

Ryan Crocker | Oct 12, 2010

Reduced violence and signs of political progress in Baghdad are heartening. But the United States remains essential to Iraq's success.

Michael O'Hanlon | Aug 30, 2010

President Obama has been pragmatic and prudent on Iraq. But let's not spend too much time celebrating transitions just yet.

Kenneth M. Pollack | Jul 27, 2010

Over four months since the election, and Iraq still doesn’t have a government. Should Washington do anything about it?

Clark Johnson | Jun 14, 2010

America needs to help Baghdad build a vibrant private sector.

Ted Galen Carpenter | Jun 11, 2010

Baghdad can’t fight off its more powerful neighbors. U.S. policy has created a dangerous power vacuum in the Middle East.

Nikolas K. Gvosdev | May 14, 2010

Shia clerics are gaining power in Iraq. Should America be worried?