Barak Barfi

In the land of the pharaohs, presidents tend eventually to become enthralled by myths touting their longevity, infallibility, and even divine right to rule

At the moment, however, the US is offering Turkey—only incoherence and more empty promises.

Qatar is too wealthy to be pushed around. Its abundant natural gas translates into the highest per capita income in the world.

While Western media wax nostalgic about Barack Obama most Middle Eastern governments are relieved he is gone.