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A UN Perspective on the Gates-Panetta-Petraeus Shift

Presumably, after serving several years in various top positions in Washington, Leon Panetta  understands how the imbalance between defense and civilian national resources undermines American long term security interests. But I do wonder if he'll be as forceful an advocate for the cause as Robert Gates.

The Real Harm in Denying the UN Access to Bradley Manning

By denying Mendez access to Bradley Manning, the United States not only looks like it has something to hide about the treatment of this one individual, but it is undermining the entire system of international human rights monitoring.

Feeding Revolution

Keeping Libyan rebels fed is one way the United States can advance the cause of anti-Qaddafi forces.

Where is US Foreign Aid Going?

The Obama administration rolls out a brand new website that tells Americans exactly how the U.S. foreign aid budget is spent.

Senate Hearings for US Ambassador for UN Management and Reform

The most famous former United States Ambassador to the United Nations (hint: he was a Republican president) is supporting the nomination of Joseph M. Torsella as U.S. Ambassador for Management and Reform.  But will the Senate give him an up or down vote?

India on the Security Council? Not Likely

An announcement by President Obama that the United States would support India's ascension to a permanent seat on the Security Council is less about the future of the  Security Council and more about firming up India as a reliable American ally.