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Dreams of Babylon

Iraq is not yesterday’s war. If Obama withdraws too quickly, the tenuous peace will collapse.

Spoils of Babylon

Kirkuk is about to bring Iraq back into civil war. The Obama administration is moving toward a settlement of this disputed region that will anger everyone.

Kurdistandoff

When it comes to Iraq's Kurds, the United States needs to make a deal with Turkey or face the consequences later.

Auditing Arrogance

Three months before the start of the American operation in Iraq I visited the United States, where I met with Vice President Dick Cheney and National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice.

Talking Turkey

Europe has long viewed Turkey as a parent would a troubled stepchild. But a vibrant and increasingly powerful Turkey is making such an attitude absurd--and dangerous.

Commentary

Iraq's Sideways Drift

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

The Saudis go to Baghdad

Saudi Arabia isn't shy about associating with Iraq anymore. But Riyadh is overlooking Maliki, pulling for Allawi to come out on top in the elections.

Keeping Baghdad Stable

Iraq could explode in chaos if ethno-religious minorities aren’t given influence in the new government.

Blogs

Iraqi Political Culture on Display

Don't breathe a sigh of relief yet. Baghdad is still ruled by narrow-minded politicians, not liberal democrats.

Books & Reviews

Heirs of Sargon

Iraq has a long and tortured history. Home to the tyrant, the origins of despotism lie in the primordial ooze of the Mesopotamian swamp. Yet for a brief moment fifty years ago, the land of two rivers experienced democracy.

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May 27, 2012