Middle Eastern foreign policy of the Barack Obama administration Commentary

Carrots and Sticks

Israel would lose a lot in a peace deal with Palestine. If Obama really wants a new settlement, he needs to reward the Israelis for cooperating—and punish them if they don’t.

When Bibi Met Barack

President Obama and Benjamin Netanyahu papered over policy differences at their meeting. But as America demands progress on Palestine and negotiates with Iran, will our relations with Israel be as cheery in the future?

The Noisy Cabinet

With his plethora of international-affairs appointments, Obama better be a good listener. All the divergent voices could sabotage his foreign policy.

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May 26, 2012