Georgetown University Commentary

American Jihad, Part II

We are stumbling blindly through the minefield of countering terrorist radicalization and recruitment inside the United States.

Getting it Right in Lebanon

The assassination of two Lebanese patriots has provided the basis for genuine reform of the country's fractious politics and elimination of Syrian dominance.

Japan Can Defend Itself

Why is Japan still being protected by American marines?

Tokyo Rising

China’s growing strength is making its neighbors nervous—and less fearful of a fully rearmed Japan.

How to Win Afghanistan

Drone attacks alone won’t work. We need boots on the ground to defeat al-Qaeda and the Taliban.

Why We Can't Leave

A top terrorism expert argues against the rising calls for a rapid U.S. departure from Afghanistan. Otherwise we risk another major al-Qaeda attack.

Slow Train to Brussels

The EU’s response to the economic crisis is limited because it has to be. The union has always balanced national interests with supranational ones.

The Bully Wins

Ahmadinejad’s “victory” in Iran has caused internal disorder—and could poison the Obama administration’s efforts at engagement.

Al-Qaeda Dangerous as Ever

Despite our best efforts, al-Qaeda remains resilient and dangerous on the eve of September 11.

Bucharest's Aftermath

Despite protests by the United States, European NATO members made the right decision by not extending membership action plans to Ukraine and Georgia.

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May 26, 2012