Analysis & Opinion
Observations on Britain’s election
Britons go to the polls on Thursday for an election that could go a long way to determine the future cohesion of the UK and its place in Europe. This one really matters.
The EU may soon have Gazprom and Vladimir Putin running on fumes
For all of President Vladimir Putin’s rhetoric about Russian nationalism and economic self-reliance, he finds himself constrained in his ability to respond to the European Commission’s action against Gazprom.
Iran nuclear deal: Just because you don’t like something doesn’t make it Munich
The use of history says more about those citing a precedent than about the likely course of events.
Better the dictator you condemn than the insurgents you can’t control
The vacuum created by the fall of the tyrant yielded not democrats (or not enough), but old feuds, hatreds, divisions -- and, above all, the militants of jihadism resurgent, al Qaeda, Islamic State and others.
Hillary Clinton and the urban rebellion
Historians might label Hillary Clinton's speech calling for the end of mass incarceration in America as her reverse 'Sister Souljah' moment.
The Pentagon is buying the wrong ship, and it’s costing taxpayers billions
The Navy's plan is to revitalize its force with new vessels that will cost far more than the current ships and be far less effective.
Scenes from Baltimore, the day – and night – after (Photos)
Baltimore is a city of more that 16,000 abandoned houses and boarded-up storefronts. It’s a place in need of a rescue; in need of investment in jobs and education, but most in need of a reason to believe that things really will get better.
Russia building nuclear reactors – and influence – around the globe
Much of Rosatom’s success can be ascribed to the strong support provided by Moscow.
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Iran nuclear deal: Just because you don’t like something doesn’t make it Munich
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