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Mubarak to Morsi, Assad to Sisi:  To rebel or not rebel?

Mubarak to Morsi, Assad to Sisi: To rebel or not rebel?

The removal of former Egyptian President Muhammad Morsi has seen the revival of the heated debate over when it is permitted to rebel against a Muslim ruler. At this time the focus of the discussion is [...]

Obama-Cameron: “Essential” Interests Trump Empty Values in Bahrain

Obama-Cameron: “Essential” Interests Trump Empty Values in Bahrain

The latest “revelation” in the Guardian that Britain has been training Saudi Arabia’s National Guard is yet another nail in the coffin of Western credibility and consistency in their dealings in the Middle East. Just a few [...]