Fickle Alliance or Military Success? By Mark C. Partridge 27 February 2008: Violence in Iraq has fallen in recent months. Supporters of President George W. Bush, as well as analysts, have pointed to the build up in U.S. forces as … Continue reading →

By Pedro Vargas 25 February 2008: Cuban leader Fidel Castro did not die while in office. After a year and a half ill, he announced his official resignation last week anointing his brother, Raul Castro as his successor. But this … Continue reading →

Uncovering the individuals and groups at the heart of the insurgency in Iraq By John Bavoso  21 February, 2008: It seems that not a day goes by without hearing a report on a cable news program or reading a story … Continue reading →

By Mark C. Partridge 19 February 2008: Kosovo’s long-anticipated declaration of independence from Serbia finally arrived this week amid much fanfare. President George W. Bush proclaimed to the world’s newest nation, “the United States will be your partner and your friend.” … Continue reading →

By Mark C. Partridge 13 February 2008: The process of isolating Iran, both economically and politically, in an attempt to stop Islamic Republic’s pursuit of nuclear power-which it claims are for peaceful purposes-has been an arduous and, thus far, unsuccessful … Continue reading →