Middle East

A Brighter Future for Bahrain

Bahrain's attempt at revolution was brutally crushed and silenced last year. Now the country's citizenry must begin the push for incremental governmental reforms. By Abdulla Elmadani.

Something's Fishy in Tripoli

Where Western energy companies and Middle Eastern dictators meet, what are the interlinking factors that determine the movement of tanks and tankers?
By Daniel J. Graeber.

How Art Is Healing Post-Revolution Egypt

Since the toppling of the Mubarak regime, Egyptians are using various art forms to promote expression, educate and bridge cultural divides. By Sally Zohney.

Iranian Nuclear Issue within the State System

The controversy of Iran's nuclear energy is the latest episode in a state system where nuclear conflicts are rife with high-stakes belligerence. By Laurelle Atkinson.

Lifting the Gaza Blockade: A U.S. Imperative

The United States has an imperative to pressure Israel to lift the blockade of the Gaza Strip on three accounts: legality, morality and strategic interest. By Joshua Pringle.

Will a United Government Lead Yemen to Peace?

With a new coalition government and President Ali Abdullah Saleh nowhere to be seen, can Yemen begin to move toward peace? By Abubakr Al-Shamahi.

Syria: a Question of Regional Authority

While Syria's suspension from the Arab League represents a significant blow to the regime, the authority of regional bodies is not without its limitations. By Laurelle Atkinson.