Sanctions Commentary

Beware a Bad Deal with Tehran

Parsing out what both sides will try to get from the P5+1 negotiations with Iran. 

Why the Magnitsky Act Makes Sense

Congress has the chance to press for trade reforms that serve U.S. interests and promote global human rights. Why is it postponing?

Getting Iranian Oil Sanctions Right

Sanctions strategy needs an overhaul if it is to successfully help the West resolve the issue of Tehran's nuclear-weapons program.

The True Cost of Jackson-Vanik

Americans will pay a steep price if Washington fails to repeal the Cold War-era Russian-trade amendment.

How to Defeat Iran

Air strikes are not the only option for using force against Tehran.

Israel and Iran: Countdown to War

U.S. and European sanctions have staved off the threat of Israeli military action against Iran. But not for long.

Burma Comes in from the Cold

Burma is finally taking tentative steps toward reform. Washington should reward it accordingly.

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.

How the Arab League Can Save Syria

Regime change in Syria is inevitable. The Arab League must help make it a reality.

Are Sanctions a Fatwa on Iran?

The sanctions are not about Iran's nuclear program. They are aimed at regime change.

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May 26, 2012