Rafik Hariri Commentary

The Guns of August

The recent border clash between Lebanon and Israel could make for a tense summer in the Middle East.

Cedar Evolution

Political shifts in Lebanon might further weaken Hezbollah.

Rome is Burning for Bush

Despite domestic instability, President Bush encountered a more internationally assertive Italy when he arrived in Rome last weekend.

To Engage or Not to Engage?

 With an eye to the Iraq Study Group recommendations, David Rivkin and Ian Bremmer discuss the value of opening dialogue with hostile regimes.

Live from Lebanon

Editor’s note: Salhani’s essay about the potential for escalating violence in Lebanon takes special significance with the assassination of Lebanon's Industry Minister and Maronite Christian leader Pierre Gemayel.

Forum on Lebanon

Just as the Lebanese must adjust to a severely altered landscape within their country, the United States must also adapt to the Middle East's transformed geopolitical landscape.

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May 26, 2012