From the Desk of George Friedman

South Korea wants to avoid a war, but reconciliation with the North is no panacea either.

It is hard to imagine an Arab alliance that can cohere as a military giant.

In the next two weeks, I will be visiting and writing about Portugal and Italy.

How will Russia respond to the implied request to rein in the Iranians?

Washington claims Moscow violated an arms control treaty.

Aug. 23, 2017 The attacks in Spain are geopolitically important for the context in which they occurred.

April 12, 2017 A strategy toward the Middle East requires more than short-term tactical moves.

One is coming to grips with its geographic constraints, the other is turning weakness into strength.

Dec. 16, 2016 The president-elect’s ability to make changes depends on whether his support rises or falls.

March 29, 2017 President Donald Trump’s ability to make changes depends on whether his support rises or falls.

May 17, 2017 Trump brings unpredictability to his talks with Middle East leaders, but some things we already know.

May 10, 2017 Secret diplomacy works best when it’s done quietly.