Afghanistan serves as a timely reminder that, while we and our European partners may be tired of “forever wars,” the Taliban are not.
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Crisis in Afghanistan: a note on why the Taliban cannot be trusted
That the Taliban can grant “general amnesty” is unacceptable. They do not own Afghanistan and the Afghans owe the Taliban no apology.
Iranian Regime Will Stop At Nothing To Ensure Survival
On Thursday, Iran’s new hardline president entered office. Azadeh Pourzand argues that under him repression of civilians will persist.
Bahrain: release opposition figure al-Singace
Activists say Abdul Jalil al-Singace suffers from chronic ailments and has been subjected to “continuous medical mistreatment” in jail.
Iraq’s Democratic Disillusionment: Invasion To Failed State
Iraq’s democratic disillusionment alludes to the failure of the democratization process 18 years after America toppled Sadam Hussein.
New Revelations In Disappearance Of Syrian Journalist
The fate of Razan Zaitouneh and her colleagues has remained a mystery throughout the Syrian war. DW investigators unravel the puzzle.
Jordan’s Palace Drama Moves To The Courtroom
On Monday, a former top adviser to King Abdullah II and a royal relative pleaded not guilty to accusations of sedition and incitement.
Iran’s Incredible Shrinking Democracy
Iranians often joke that Iran’s political system must be far more advanced than the one in the US but Iran’s democracy is shrinking.
Can Democracy Help Solve The Problem Of Gaza?
The loss of control of Gaza by Hamas should underpin America’s strategy in the region in the coming years. How can this be won?
Iran’s Record Low Voter Turnout Reflects Youth Frustration
Official polls suggest record low turnout in Iran’s elections which beyond hardship and lack of choice reflects youth frustration.