David Roberts

‘A Difficult Neigbourhood’: How Qatar Manages Its Relations

‘A Difficult Neigbourhood’: How Qatar Manages Its Relations

DAVID ROBERTS: The Qatari authorities have a very difficult diplomatic tightrope to walk and they have to play their hand with consistent skill

 David Roberts

Qatari Silence Feeds ‘Wilder’ Foreign Policy Theories

Qatari Silence Feeds ‘Wilder’ Foreign Policy Theories

DAVID ROBERTS: Qatar’s involvement in Mali is subject to some colourful speculation. It’s a familiar feeling for the peninsula state.

 Juan Cole

Obama’s Speech: Is Era of ‘Perpetual War’ Closing?

Obama’s Speech: Is Era of ‘Perpetual War’ Closing?

JUAN COLE: President Obama’s inauguration speech is sure to trigger panic among the ‘we must have war’ crowd. But does he really mean it?