The Middle East has a way of forcing itself on the agenda of White House residents no matter their party.

The return of cricket diplomacy raises an intriguing question: How can India use its considerable soft power--its dominance of South Asian sport, movies, music, television and publishing--to address the rise of fundamentalism in Pakistan?

The collapse of the Palestinian Authority, whatever that means, will not end the terrorism, nor will cash handouts.

American policy toward Lebanon, Syria, and Hezbollah remains confused, despite a heightened awareness of terrorism and terrorist groups since 9/11, and it is now time to reassess the American relationship with Lebanon and the challenge posed by Hezbollah.

Has Washington fed into Hamas and other terrorist factions?

The current regime in Iran poses an extraordinary challenge to the safety of the United States and the safety of our democratic allies.