The nuclear genie is already out of the bottle, and many of its custodians are less than ideal. Adding Iran to the list would not materially alter that position.
Category: Middle East
Manifest destiny, part 3: Gaza
The idea of an American protectorate-cum-real-estate-development in Gaza may or may not be seriously meant, but Trump's support for Israel's far-right agenda is very serious indeed.
Whither Turkey?
With a diplomatic revolution apparently in progress, Turkey's position has become pivotal. Reconciliation with the western democracies may be on the cards.
End-of-summer update
Our regular look at election news from around the world, covering Belgium, Ecuador, Abkhazia and Austria.
Moldova & other updates
A big win for the pro-Europeans in Moldova after their close shave a fortnight ago. Also updates from Britain, Austria and Georgia.
Results from the borderlands
Checking on the weekend's election results from Georgia, Lithuania and Bulgaria.
Big test on the Russian borderlands, part 1
An expectedly strong showing by the pro-Russian forces has put Moldova's European ambitions in doubt. A similar contest will be fought out in Georgia on Sunday.
Twelve months later
A year ago, Hamas brutally shattered the superficial calm of the Middle East. Neither side wants to admit the essential similarity of their attitudes.
A runoff in Iran
Iran's presidential race goes to a second round for the first time in almost twenty years.
EOFY election roundup
A quick roundup of recent election news that you might have missed, including Iceland, North Macedonia, Panama and Iran.
The World is Not Enough 