The EU Defense Industry: Consolidation toward an ‘EU Army’?
Brussels is opting for a gradual, voluntary, and incentivized approach to developing the continental defense industry.
US-Afghan Taliban Peace Talks
The United States has begun signalling a new strategy in the seven-year long Afghanistan War: peace talks with the Afghan Taliban.
Hungarians Caught Between National Referendum and European Union Migrant Quotas
Hungary has no real choice in its upcoming referendum and is likely to remain the black sheep country of the European Union.
U.S. Special Ops Surge against Afghan Taliban
As part of president-elect Barack Obama's plan to escalate the fight against the Afghan Taliban, the Pentagon is planning a surge of up to 20 elite Special Forces teams into Afghanistan in counter-insurgency operations.
How Iraq Is Helping Iran Survive US Sanctions
There seems little Washington can do to prevent Iraq becoming a key Iranian trading partner and energy customer.
Western Companies Circle as Iran Enters a Critical Month
Foreign investors are eager to tap into Iran ahead of the full implementation of the JCPOA.
Wahhabism, ISIS, and the Saudi Connection
A look at the religious-political deal at the heart of Saudi society, and how it’s contributing to global terrorism.
US Can Only Watch as Disaster Looms in Ramadi
The US policy to contain Islamic State’s advance in Iraq has failed. Now Washington must stand by and watch as Baghdad fails even harder.
Senegal Surfs Offshore Winds to Power West Africa
By developing renewable energy sources in a transparent manner, Senegal is positioning itself as an energy leader in West Africa.
The Commendable Courage of Steve Bullock
The governor’s stance on gun rights may pay off in the long run.