Policy
Meet the Muslim Leader Helping Obama Fight ISIL
Sheikh Abdullah bin Bayyah is part of a broader White House push to understand religion's potential to curb violent extremism. By Kaveh Waddell
Policy
Iran Says the West Should Step Aside in the Fight Against ISIL
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says he believes 'the right solution to this quandary comes from within the region.' By Kaveh Waddell
Threats
Islamic State Releases Video That Appears to Show Execution of British Aid Worker
The militant group had threatened to kill David Cawthorne Haines in a previous video. By Kaveh Waddell
Threats
As the Anti-Islamic State Coalition Takes Shape, Turkey Remains Reluctant
While 10 Arab countries agreed to partner with the U.S. against the Islamic State group, Turkish hostages remain an obstacle to Ankara's commitment. By Kaveh Waddell
Threats
US Sends Another 350 Troops to Iraq
The State Department asked for additional U.S. troops to Iraq to beef up security around the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. By Kaveh Waddell
Policy
What Egypt Stands to Win From the Gaza Conflict
Egypt just might be the last best hope for a cease-fire in Gaza. By Keveh Waddell
Threats
Libya Is Stumbling Toward Civil War
Despite the deteriorating situation, the U.S. is unlikely to get involved in Libya again anytime soon. By Kaveh Waddell
Threats
Obama Asks Congress for $500 Million to Train Syrian Rebels
The president delivered on a promise he made during his foreign policy speech at West Point in May -- when the situation in Iraq looked very different than it does today. By Kaveh Waddell
Policy
Justice Department Renews Focus on Domestic Terrorism
A committee that hasn’t met since 9/11 reconvenes to focus on domestic threats. By Kaveh Waddell
Policy
Unwinding 34 Years of Sanctions on Iran Won't Be Easy
The current sanctions regime is a labyrinthine mix of laws, executive actions and involves many international actors. Easing them will be an arduous task for Obama. By Kaveh Waddell
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