Topic: The Washington Institute for Near East Policy

Terrorism & Security Assad says he needs more time to win war as refugees overwhelm Turkey, Jordan (+video)

The waves of Syrian refugees seeking haven in Turkey and Jordan are testing the two countries, putting the oft-discussed idea of creating a 'safe zone' in Syria back on the table.

Syrian rebels' confidence grows after bombing hits Assad's inner circle (+video)

Hillary Clinton to meet Egypt’s new president: what is at stake

US quietly prepares for naval clash with Iran in Strait of Hormuz

US lies low on Egypt, acting behind the scenes. Is that approach wise?

US plans to base regional force in Kuwait. Will Iran get the message?

Is State Dept. hacking Al Qaeda? Not quite, but propaganda war is fierce.

Unusually good forecast for Iran nuclear talks (+video)

NATO summit: Who will foot the bill for long-term Afghanistan security?

NATO summit: Why US, allies don't just call it quits in Afghanistan

Terrorism & Security Damascus bombings prompt warnings of Iraq-style insurgency

Iran nuclear talks: Are sanctions on the table?

Terrorism & Security Observers in Syria having an impact, but only 11 on the ground so far (+video)

Assad's actions in Syria spur US to consider intervening

Iran nuclear talks: why, this time, both sides are staying positive

Could Al Qaeda get Syria's chemical weapons?

How Syria's Assad plans to survive

Iran's good cop, bad cop act: agrees to talks, flaunts nuclear advances

US diplomats exit Syria: Can West prevent descent into more violence? (+video)

Syria next steps: With diplomacy stalled, escalation expected

Free Syrian Army: Better tool for toppling Syria's Assad than UN?

Syria uprising: Religion overshadowing the democratic push

How Iran could beat up on America's superior military

Is Al Qaeda actually involved in the Syria uprising?

Syria vows to execute 'terrorists' after worst day of violence