David Rothkopf's Blog, page 77

Between Assad and a Hard Place

The people of the Middle East don't want extremists or their presidents either. But they want Western meddling even less.

Libya's Supreme Court Saves the Day

Why Libya's Militants Are Kidnapping Diplomats – And Why We Can't Give In

Why Does China Even Care About Scottish Independence?

A Terrorist's Arrest Sets Off a Backlash in Libya

Buyer's Remorse

The Obama administration once paved the way for Nouri al-Maliki to hold on to power despite losing an election. With Iraq engulfed in civil war, is it time for him to go?

Mosul's Christians Say Goodbye

The jihadist takeover of northern Iraq is a disaster for
Iraqis. But the destruction of an ancient Christian culture is a disaster for
the world.

Leaning In -- to Chinese Corruption

Looks can be deceiving. In China, official bribery -- even exchanging sex for power -- is still too normal.

The Return of the Drones?

Is a U.S. Decline Good News for China?

Experts ask if the two juggernauts remain locked in a zero-sum game.