ISIS Attacks Kill 12 in Tehran
The attacks mark the first major acts of terrorism in Iran since 2010.
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Barack Obama’s Broken Nuclear Promise
The president made non-proliferation a centerpiece of his administration. What happened?
America’s Saudi Liability
Saudi Arabia's execution of Shiite cleric Nimr al-Nimr demonstrates that Riyadh is able to act with growing impunity in the Middle East. It also signals a potentially dangerous shift in American-Saudi relations.
The Secret Lives of Fixers
They may not get any credit for the final product, but good fixers are integral to television, film, and journalism produced abroad. WorldFixer.com is trying to make the best ones easier to find.
Why Is the Right Wing So Furious About Obama’s Iran Deal?
Republicans wanted a president more like Netanyahu. Now they have one.
Treating vs. Healing: Understanding What Wellness Means to Patients
For those accustomed to Western medicine, it may seem crazy to refuse doctor-prescribed medicine. But to truly be a healer, doctors must understand what makes a patient feel well.
How Different Countries Involved in the Iranian Nuclear Negotiations Reported on That GOP Letter
He-said-she-said has rarely been so fun to read.
Hidden Agenda or Not, Netanyahu’s Speech Is Likely to Backfire
The Israeli prime minister's speech before Congress yesterday could open up political divisions, and work against Israel in the long term.
The Long History of Satire in the Middle East
Contrary to a recent popular claim, Muslims—of course—believe in the freedom of expression. And they’ve been using it to some extraordinary ends.
A Brief History of Modern Iran, Told Through Soccer
Despite the country's lack of success on the international stage, Iran's relationship with soccer has always been an intimately political one.