Middle Eastern News from World Press Review

• Qatar: Geopolitical Cosmopolitanism

  In the last few years Qatar has expanded its role in world affairs through multilateral organizations, international institutions and foreign investment.

• Syria: Iran and Russia's 'Non-Interference'

  Without Iranian and Russian compliance, the international community lacks the geopolitical strength to impose an arms embargo on Assad's regime.

• Do Bahrain's Sunnis Like the Smell of Tear Gas?

  Bahrain's Shi'ite majority is fighting an uphill battle against the Sunni ruling family. With a little help from the Sunni citizenry, they could accomplish more.

• Egypt's Generals Won't Allow a Smooth Transition

  Egypt's military council, the SCAF, enjoys a position of immense power and economic control, which they will not cede willingly to the people.

• Standing Down as Iran's Power Struggle Unfolds

  While the United States wrestles with the issue of Iran's nuclear program, a power struggle is playing out in Iran between Ahmadinejad and Khamenei.