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As Afghanistan falls, what does it mean for the Middle East?
By Tony Walker |- In the 19th century, the phrase “The Great Game” was used to describe competition for power and influence in Afghanistan, and […]
Top 6 International Winners and Losers from Taliban Reassertion in Afghanistan
Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) – The fall of Kabul to the Taliban and the establishment of a Taliban government in the entirety of Afghanistan has […]
Will Russia use Taliban Resurgence to Reassert itself in Central Asia?
Belgrade (Informed Comment) – While many Western countries closed their embassies in Kabul, Russian diplomats decided to stay in Afghanistan. The Taliban – a radical […]
Neoliberal Hierarchies and Cuomo’s Toxic Workplace
Southwest Harbor, Maine (Special to Informed Comment) – “Toxic workplace” is the phrase of the day. You do not have to be the male offspring […]
Top Nine Policy Recommendations for U.S. in wake of Afghanistan Debacle
Oxford (Special to Informed Comment) – I do not wish to rub salt into the wounds of US and British officials who are responsible for […]
Deja Vu all over Again: The last Time Mazar-i Sharif Fell to the Taliban, there were Massacres
Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) – In May, 1997, the Taliban swept into Mazar-i Sharif, the capital of the northern Balkh Province. Horrible events ensued, which […]
German Public Believes Scientists’ Climate Warnings, 74% Prepared to Change Lifestyle to Forestall Global Heating
By Kerstine Appunn | – ( Clean Energy Wire) – The majority of Germans (74%) are prepared to make changes to their lifestyle to prevent […]
Why a Taliban Victory in Afghanistan was all along a Real Possibility despite the Trillions the U.S. Poured In
By Natasha Lindstaedt | – ( The Conversation) – In less than a week, the Taliban has captured nearly a dozen key cities in Afghanistan. […]
Iranians Fear Turning Into Another ‘North Korea’ If Draconian Internet Censorship Bill Passes
( RFE/RL ) – Iranians are warning of public anger and drawing parallels with the world’s most oppressive regimes as legislation makes its way through […]











