Author: NEIL MacFARQUHAR
What Putin Hopes to Gain From a Summit With Trump
The American leader has agreed to a meeting with the Russian president in Alaska next Friday to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.
Are We Seeing the Outlines of a New Middle East?
Iran’s designs have defined the region for decades. With the country weakened, the puzzle is what comes next.
Israel’s Attack in Iran Echoes Its Strategy Against Hezbollah
Israel decimated the group’s leadership last fall and degraded its military capabilities. Can the same strategy work against a far more powerful foe?
Next Round of Nuclear Talks Between U.S. and Iran Is Off
The two sides were scheduled to meet for a sixth round of negotiations on Sunday. Oman, which was set to host the talks, said on Saturday that this round had been canceled.
Middle East Is Tense as Israel-Iran Conflict Sinks Hopes for De-Escalation
Israel’s attacks on Iran renewed fears of war between the countries and immediately threatened the region’s economy.
Mideast Tense as Long Anticipated Israel-Iran Conflict Sinks Hopes for Détente
Israel’s attacks on Iran renewed fears of war between the countries and immediately threatened the region’s economy.
Oil Prices Are Falling. Here’s Where That Could Spell Trouble.
For countries that depend heavily on oil revenue, dropping prices are worrisome.
A U.S. Investor Helped Build Russia’s Economy. He Was Jailed on Bogus Charges.
As President Trump promotes renewed business ties with Russia, an American investor has a warning: Anyone there can become a pawn.