Arms Race in the Georgia ‘Pipeline’
In recent years the United States and a handful of its western allies have fostered closer military and political ties to Georgia, going as far as promoting Georgia’s membership in NATO.
Turkey: East, West or Erdogan?
The complex dynamics of Turkey’s geographical position and cultural uniqueness have always defied easy explanation. But in the decade since Tayip Erdogan and his Justice and Development Party (AKP) were first elected, change within Turkey and between Turkey and the world has erupted in a number of different directions.
What China Wants in Asia: 1975 or 1908?
Will China seek energy salvation in gunboat diplomacy or technological cooperation?
Editorial: Israel and the Military Option against Iran
In this editorial, Anthony Rusonik responds to René Rieger’s ‘The Military Option in the Iranian Nuclear Crisis.’
A Tale of Three East Asian Nationalisms
Nationalist enmity in East Asia isn’t disappearing anytime soon.
Decision Time for U.S. on Iran
The Obama administration is running out of political room to maneuver on Iran.
Abbas’ Power Play in Palestine
With Israeli support, Palestinian President, Mahmoud Abbas, has moved his armed loyalists into key West Bank cities in preparation of a possible conflict with his rival Hamas in January.
U.S. Attacks Targets within Syria
The October 26th U.S. military strike inside Syria ostensibly targeting an alleged high-level al-Qaeda in Iraq operative is an indication of the Bush administration's attempt to counter Syria’s growing influence via a show of force.
Dangerous Brinkmanship between Iran & the West
This past week, Iran noticeably softened its anti-West rhetoric, and European negotiators hinted that Iran may cooperate and abandon its nuclear program. Meanwhile, Israel conducted a massive military exercise simulating a mock attack on Iran, and the Bush administration has begun funneling $500m towards Iranian insurgency groups.
AFRICOM Marks Battle for Africa
The recent establishment and operation of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) signals the militarization of U.S. foreign policy in Africa.