1. The Militarization of Paradise?

    The Indian Ocean archipelago of Socotra is often described as an alien-looking paradise on earth. It also happens to be of immense strategic value to the U.S. and Asian nations.

  2. Mind Games in Afghanistan

    The timing of the leak of last week’s report on interrogations of Taliban members was suspicious. But NATO will have to get used to efforts to sow discord.

  3. Pakistan – Evolution or Revolution?

    Despite rumors of an impending coup, Pakistan looks on course for early elections. But an Imran Khan win would see big changes to ties with the U.S.

  4. The Endless Pakistan Tragedy

    The accidental killing of 24 Pakistani troops by NATO aircraft has prompted an angry response from Pakistan – and further dimmed any prospect of mutual trust.

  5. Philippines Ceasefire Under Threat

    The factionalizing of insurgent groups is jeopardising a ceasefire that ended decades of civil war in the southern Philippines, reports Luke Hunt.

  6. US Takes Gloves Off With Pakistan

    Admiral Mike Mullen’s warning that Pakistan is using extremism as an instrument of policy marked a major change in US tone. Will Pakistan respond?

  7. How al-Qaeda Recruits Online

    The internet has been a boon to terrorist recruitment. And extremists are finding some surprising mediums for spreading their message.