Middle East
Gene Sharp has half a recipe for revolution
December 6, 2011I first heard of Gene Sharp from a commentator on National Public Radio. He said that he had examined the "Arab Spring" upsurges in Tunisia, Egypt, Syria, Libya and Yemen.
Read moreGaddafi death brings new questions
October 21, 2011With the announcement of Gaddafi's death, it was clear that the uprising had entered a new phase.
Read moreIsrael to release 1,000 Palestinians in swap for Hamas-held soldier, Gilad Shalit
October 12, 2011Israel approved a prisoner swap with Gaza's governing Hamas movement early this morning, prompting celebratory street parties in both Israel and Palestine.
Read morePower struggle rages in Iran
August 23, 2011With less than two years to go before the next presidential election in Iran a power struggle to determine its outcome is in full swing.
Read moreMassive protests shake up Israel
August 9, 2011Nearly 300,000 Israelis took to the streets in Tel Aviv on Saturday, chanting, "The people demand social justice."
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