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Sunday 13 January 2008 (04 Muharram 1429)

Editorial: Words, Not Bullets

The tribal areas along Pakistan’s border with Afghanistan have rarely submitted to outside rule. That is why Taleban and Al-Qaeda leaders are there. This, in turn, is why US Special Forces and the... Full Story


Bush Offsets Plus of His Palestinian Visit

On the “plus” side from a Palestinian perspective, US President George W. Bush concluded his visit to the Palestinian Authority (PA) stating that the Israeli occupation “must end,” reiterating commitment... Full Story


A Serious Provocation

The Iranian reasoning behind the dangerous naval incident at the mouth of the Gulf on Jan. 6 is hard to fathom. Conflict came extremely close, Iranian lives could have been easily lost, and it is difficult... Full Story




The Glue for a Potential Alliance Is a Common Enemy

The logic of the last round can be significantly different from the strategies that have sustained a heavyweight bout thus far. When the contestants hear the final bell, they can be sure of two things... Full Story


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