“Faced with overwhelming force, without guidance or organization, the dissidents these days cannot agree on their goals, much less mount a significant challenge to the country’s leadership”…
- A Year After its Rise, Iranian Protest Movement Stymied and in Disarray (Washington Post)
… Meanwhile, the Obama Administration quietly prepares for the military containment of Iran as well as several Bush-era covert tactics to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons:
- Beyond Iran Sanctions, Plans B, C, D and … (NY Times)
One of the few successful reconstruction projects, a new plan distributing more aid to villages would likely label them enemies of the Taliban and open the door to attacks:
- New Plan to Woo Afghan Taliban Could Harm Villages (Christian Science Monitor)
An obvious but often ignored assessment of Gaza:
- Ordinary Gazans Hurt Most by 3-year Blockade (AP / Washington Post)
Without offering an explanation, Prime Minister Fayad’s office confirms the elections will again be postponed:
- Palestinian Local Polls Postponed (Al Jazeera)
Demonstrating their ability to adapt and continually maximize their opportunities to disrupt Western efforts:
- Afghan Taliban Hone Hit-And-Run Tactics, Assassination Campaign (Christian Science Monitor)
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