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Politics of Iraq

Unfinished Mideast Revolts

The era of U.S.-approved, iron-fisted Arab dictators is over. Washington must get used to a Middle East in which public opinion matters to a much greater extent, anti-Western sentiment abounds and political Islam emerges as a major force.

Dreams of Babylon

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

On War and Choice

It has long been said that there are wars of necessity and wars of choice. But enemies always adapt, especially in our world of terrorists, failing states and delinquent regimes. Every war is a war of choice.

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.

Patient Stabilized?

Iraq may be emerging from intensive care, but it could use a bit more stitching up.

Invasive Procedures

Saving Iraq and Afghanistan will require some extensive operations.

Commentary

Stop Favoring Baghdad over Erbil

Iraqi Kurdistan would be a great friend, yet outmoded concepts keep America on Iraq's side.

Cozy Up to the Kurds

Erbil has a lot to offer the United States.

Maliki's Private Army

Iraq's special forces are being turned into a sectarian force while the political situation deteriorates.

Blogs

More Signs of Trouble in Iraq

A corrupt, divided, hostile Baghdad is not much of a reward for nearly a trillion U.S. tax dollars and 4,400 dead American soldiers.

News Flash! Neocons Discover That Iran Has Influence in Iraq!

Neoconservatives blame Obama for the state of Iraq. They should be looking in the mirror instead.

Winners and Losers Regarding Iraq

Things haven't turned out in Iraq quite how American policy makers had hoped.

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.

Revivalism, Shi‘a Style

Energized Shi‘a represent a powerful challenge to Sunni extremism and jihadism.

Recovering Our Nerve

"Getting the wind up", is an old British expression for panicking.

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May 21, 2013