There is a troubling opacity about Romney’s Middle East positions with overtones of interventionism, writes scholars.

There is a troubling opacity about Romney’s Middle East positions with overtones of interventionism, writes scholars.
As Arab Spring opposition groups enjoy popular legitimacy but lack power, they can’t afford an unintelligent approach.
The past six decades have seen many changes in world politics – the one thing that remains constant is the occupation.
The Obama administration has failed to bridge the gap between the United States and the Muslim world.
Obama’s election in 2008 raised hopes among those sympathetic to the Palestinian situation that things might change.
Bin Laden’s death may not spell the end of al-Qaeda, as actors with smaller roles look to stage further violent scenes.
Despite the protests, the Al Khalifa family does not look like it will be dethroned, but that may come with a cost.
Stewards of Palestine’s national cause have been caught between impatient populace and stubborn Israeli counterparts.