"Reformer Assad" Myth Finally Dead
Syrian president has shown by his actions that removing him is the only option.
Syrian president has shown by his actions that removing him is the only option.
Twenty years on, oligarchs control economy and have moved into politics.
Despite difficulties of transition, eyewitness to Azerbaijan’s separation from Soviet Union has no regrets.
Does end of military mission expose Iraq to new dangers?
Army presented itself as saviour of spring revolution, but is proving to be just the opposite.
Even state broadcasters are airing criticism, although red lines for free speech remain.
Victory for incumbent president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is good news despite election boycott by her chief opponent.
Flawed preparations for upcoming ballot means results likely to be disputed, and may even provoke violence.
Arab countries embracing democracy should learn from the costly mistakes made in Iraq’s post-Saddam era.
Many Syrian activists have denounced the Arab League call for talks as effectively a green light for Assad to attempt to crush will of demonstrators.