by James Traub | Nov 14, 2014 | Monitor
A new plan to stop the bleeding in Syria means agreeing to a limited truce with the regime in Damascus. It’s repugnant — but is it wrong?
by James Traub | Nov 8, 2014 | Monitor
In Iraq and Syria, the president is taking the kinds of risks he usually avoids. If he can — somehow — get Iran on board, he could leave office with something to be proud of.
by James Traub | Sep 22, 2014 | Monitor
Obama’s Middle East allies are signing up for the fight against the Islamic State. But it’s not for the reason you think.
by James Traub | Aug 20, 2014 | Monitor
European governments pay millions of dollars in ransoms to free their hostages. The White House needs to decide whether it’s willing to sacrifice principle for people.
by James Traub | Jul 23, 2014 | Monitor
As Obama tucks further into his shell, I’m headed out again to see the world.