Syria’s war: US-Russia talks ‘on verge of ending’Kerry sees no sign of “seriousness of purpose” on part of Russia, which in turn terms US threat “emotional breakdown”.
From: EmpireThe US beyond Syria: A reluctant empire?Empire examines the role of the US in the Middle East as it contemplates its future and fate in the region.
OPINIONSyria: Denial as a war strategyAs with Israel, the Assad regime engages in diplomacy as a fig leaf towards pacification, not peace.