Pushing Back Iran in Syria
Non-Nuclear OptionThe Iran nuclear deal is a good one as far as it goes. But Washington has to show it will stand up against Tehran’s regional designs. The place to do that is Syria.
The Revolt in Syria Could Easily Spread to Other Middle East Countries
There is good reason to suspect that Syria’s conflict cannot be contained within its borders.
Iraq Back on the Brink
Nuri al-Maliki has Baghdad back in crisis. Kenneth M. Pollack on the dangerous politics for Washington.
Iran’s Covert War Against the U.S.
Assassination Attempts<p>The Iranian attempt on the Saudi ambassador’s life shows that Tehran is meaner and nastier than ever before. And no longer fears U.S. military retaliation. says Brookings’ Ken Pollack. Plus, <a href="/content/dailybeast/articles/2011/10/11/iran-s-alleged-assassination-plot-escalates-u-s-iran-shadow-war.html">Eli Lake on the escalating shadow war</a>.<br> </p>
Last Chance to Save Iraq
With Obama announcing the drawdown in Iraq, Kenneth M. Pollack lays out a path for the president to leave an Iraqi government that can rule, not just reign.
Could We Still Lose Iraq?
As we ramp up in Afghanistan, Iraq is in brittle shape. Kenneth M. Pollack on how America is panicking Baghdad—and the risks of a return to chaos.