The Terrorists Won: 11 September Turns 25
2026-09-10
Advertisements 25 years ago, George W. Bush said “Don’t let the terrorists win.” He, and his successors, then proceeded to do just that. Read more at The Battleground Continue Reading
Cutting Through: Don’t Trust, Just Verify: Biden Administration and Ukraine
2022-02-13
Advertisements The latest edition of the Cutting Through newsletter is out. In it, I take a critical look at the way the Biden administration has handled the Russia-Ukraine crisis, with a special focus on the highly questionable approaches its taken with Putin and also with domestic media. Check it outContinue Reading
Trump Against Iran
2019-06-17
The EU find a way for Trump to back off of his “maximum pressure” strategy while allowing him to claim a victory, even if he lies about it, as the president did with Mexico. That path is risky, because it calls for a firmer, more direct stance from the European Union. We know how Trump treats allies who stand up to him. But it is a far smaller risk than the current situation, where one mistake could lead to the widest Mideast war yet, threatening the lives of millions and crippling the global economy.Continue Reading
Sorting Through Salafism
2013-05-27
Advertisements I rarely post articles here by others. But the piece my friend Bilal Ahmed has penned for Souciant today is an absolute must-read for anyone dealing with issues around the Middle East, terrorism, Islam, et al. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Please check it out.Continue Reading
Bibi Wants War
2012-01-18
Advertisements In my latest piece for Souciant, I explore the ways in which the Netanyahu government, along with their allies in Washington, are working to push for war with Iran, preferably with the United States doing the shooting. A host of recent events point in this direction. I’ve preached for aContinue Reading