Religion Commentary

The Future of Middle Eastern Christians

The Arab Spring and the rise of Islamist parties present both opportunities and threats to the region's religious minorities.

The Price on Saddam's Head

Ousting the Iraqi dictator was undeniably good. But the cost to America, Iraq and the world was far too steep.

The Bipolarity of U.S.-Turkish Relations

Erdogan has been called everything from Islamist terrorist to ally. Washington must figure out where it stands on Ankara.

The Himalayas Can Learn from the Alps

Where is Tibet heading? Europe could provide a viable model of pacification.

Azerbaijan: Between Iran and a Hard Place

Tied to Tehran by geography, Azerbaijan has been steadily drifting toward the West. The U.S. needs to keep it close.

Satan and American Exceptionalism

What Santorum's Satan comments reveal about his flawed conception of America—and how they link him to the liberal interventionists.

NGOs: The New Missionaries

What NGO workers embroiled in scandal in Cairo could have learned from the trials of early 20th-century Cuban missionaries.

The Maliki Dilemma

Sectarian tensions in Iraqi politics have reached a boiling point. Washington's response will make a bad situation worse.

Hamas Out in the Cold?

The Arab Spring has deprived Hamas of its patrons. The organization must adapt quickly to survive.

Egypt's Growing Pains

The new government in Cairo has pledged to focus on internal issues, but radical ideology and international dilemmas will win out.

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May 26, 2012