Iran: Ankara’s Partner or Rival?
08/07/2012
In his series on Iran, Richard Weitz looks at the Iranian relationship with Turkey.
Turkey’s Goals in Iraq
08/05/2012
Richard Weitz looks at Turkey's approach to Iraq.
Iran’s Widening Tool Box in Iraq
08/03/2012
In a series on Iran and Iraq, Richard Weitz looks at Iran's efforts to expand its influence in this key country.
The Iranian Offensive in Iraq: The Initial Push
07/30/2012
In a series on Iran and Iraq, Richard Weitz looks at the initial Iranian offensive in Iraq as the U.S. forces withdrew.
From DOD to State in the New Dawn Process: A Troubled Transition
07/28/2012
In his continuing series on Iraq, Richard Weitz looks at the challenging transition from DOD to DOS engagement in Iraq reconstruction.
Iraq’s Internal Security: Dangerous But Doable
07/23/2012
In his continuing look at Iraq, Richard Weitz assesses the state of Iraq's internal security.
The Parting: The Pentagon and Iraq
07/17/2012
Richard Weitz looks at the end game for the Pentagon in Iraq. How big a success or failure?
Iraq Oil Problems and Possibilities
07/14/2012
While the GCC considers significantly reducing the price of oil as a pressure on Iran and Russia, what are the Iraqis up to? French, Russian, and especially Chinese companies seem prepared to tolerate high risks in order to gain access to some of Iraq’s most lucrative oil contracts. Chinese firms…