Israel’s 34-day war on Lebanon crystallized Washington’s position in the Middle East conflict. The Bush administration’s unequivocal support of Israel’s actions has further alienated US from the Arab world and …
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American President George W. Bush envisaged a new Middle East, and by all appearances he may be getting his wish. The political landscape of the Middle East is changing, but …
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The urgency in bringing rapid relief to survivors of Pakistan’s devastating earthquake might not pass as a major business decision, but ultimately it is. Call it long-term investment in terror …
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As the center of the universe, politically speaking of course, the pace in Washington never abates, despite the harsh summer heat beating down on the banks of the Potomac. Now, …
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“But is he lucky?” Napoleon once asked about a general whose name was put forward for promotion. The French emperor knew the value of luck in war and leadership. It …
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As the Bush administration gets its feet under the desk for a second term, it appears to be payback time for those who opposed the war in Iraq. Our Washington Correspondent …
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Last month saw many Americans – Republicans mostly – quick to seize on the perceived similarities between Pope John Paul II and former President Ronald Reagan. True, both men played …
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The old Western cliché, “White man speaks with forked tongue,” may find application in current Bush policies as “White House speaks with forked appointments.” Condoleezza Rice at State, well received; …
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While the war in Iraq divided the United States and “Old Europe,” the killing of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri helped bring about a rapprochement of the trans-Atlantic alliance …