Daniel Pipes Commentary

Avoiding Pyongyang

The Cheonan incident is South Korea’s responsibility. If Seoul decides on a retaliatory strike, America shouldn’t get involved.

Bad Investments

What’s the point of paying allies to provide marginal contributions to the war on terror?

Tokyo Rising

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

Good Deal

The arms treaty with Russia strengthens America’s security by allowing us to cut back on useless warheads.

Europe Doesn't Matter

The EU doesn’t have a united foreign policy and its member countries are downsizing their militaries. Why are Europeans surprised no one pays attention to them?

Iran's Failed Revolution

Why America will be facing an even more staunchly anti-U.S., pronuclear government in Tehran.

Break Up to Make Up

Why the cases for federalism, loose confederation and soft partition don't guarantee stability in a post-occupation Iraq.

Hagel Proposals Warrant Attention

Senator Chuck Hagel’s response to President Bush’s plan for Iraq is similar to many policy recommendations put forward in The National Interest and deserves serious consideration.

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May 26, 2012