1. Can U.S. Get out of Afghanistan?

    The United States faces a number of practical hurdles in getting its forces out of Afghanistan in 2014. But it has found an unlikely ally in its efforts.

  2. The Strategic Corporal’s Evil Twin

    The killing of 16 civilians in Afghanistan this week was a tragedy. But pulling U.S. troops back from the local populace would be a mistake.

  3. Pakistan’s War Against “Miscreants”

    It’s becoming increasingly clear that Pakistan’s sweeping legislation for the troubled border areas is too broad – and only likely to fuel the discontent it is meant to quell.

  4. Afghanistan’s Race Against Time

    U.S.-led forces in Afghanistan won’t be able to kill their way to victory. But they may be able to choke off the insurgency.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. Is Taliban Serious About Talks?

    Plans to establish a Taliban political liaison office in Qatar suggest peace talks may finally make progress. But are the Taliban really ready to stop fighting?