Middle East

Steven Beitashour

The complex allegiances of Steven Beitashour, the Iranian team's American player.

On the mountain road between Sulaimani and Erbil in Iraqi Kurdistan

The rarity and significance of Kurdistan’s stability are underscored by events of this week. 

Obama plays ball

For years, the rest of the world has looked to America – either with gratitude or resentment – as the world’s policeman. Now, that 911 call may be rerouted.

How an annual Indian festival is forging permanent friendships in Egypt.

Turkish faith-based NGOs are harnessing a positive image for Turkey in recipient countries.

As Secretary of State John Kerry has pointed out, “Now more than ever, economic policy is foreign policy.” Rivkin’s appointment to lead the Economic and Business Affairs bureau comes after a long, entrepreneurial career in the entertainment industry, making him the first non-career bilateral ambassador to hold the position. 

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