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OpinionWill Al Qaeda cement its foothold in Syria?The massacre in Houla, Syria, over the weekend pushed Russia to finally denounce the atrocities there. But Moscow also warned that the regime of Bashar al-Assad faces threats from Al Qaeda.聽Al Qaeda's future in Syria depends on how Sunnis there respond to foreign jihadi fighters.
The Monitor's ViewSyria massacre: a moment of truth to end the liesThe massacre of women and children in Houla, Syria, finally forces Russia to stop defending the denials of Bashar al-Assad in the killing of innocent civilians by Syrian forces.
OpinionBy not lifting sanctions, West and Obama are helping Iran enrich uraniumThe West just blew its latest chance to rein in Iran's nuclear enrichment program. Though Iran expressed willingness to compromise on key demands, by refusing to ease sanctions, the P5+1 nations offered no meaningful reciprocity, derailing the possibility of a deal with Tehran.
OpinionThis Memorial Day, supporting veterans is a matter of national securityThis Memorial Day, Americans should realize that supporting veterans with jobs and education isn't just about repaying our debt to them. The care of veterans and their families is also a national security imperative if the US is to maintain an effective all-volunteer force.
The Monitor's ViewMessage from Google chief: Have a heart 鈥� turn off this screenGoogle chief Eric Schmidt suggests young people drop their screen time for some real conversation, heart to heart. Being better connected digitally isn't the best way to develop social skills.
OpinionAs Millennials reject gender roles, but embrace marriage, they're changing societyWhile the Millennial聽generation's beliefs reject conventional notions about the place of women in society, both sexes still place a high value on marriage and family. However challenging, these shifting gender聽roles will force changes in Millennials' home and work cultures.
6 factors that will determine concessions from IranCan war with Iran can be avoided? In recent talks with the West in Baghdad, Iran showed some greater flexibility about its nuclear program. But Iran has a history of trickery in the nuclear arena. Whether Tehran will cooperates with Western demands depends on the following six factors.
The Monitor's ViewObama and the contraception mandateThe Obama administration plans to exempt only certain types of religious institutions from the health-care law's mandate for coverage of birth control. But in doing so, it redefines religion, which not only steps on a basic liberty but a basic understanding of religion's role in society.
Global ViewpointGordon Brown: Europe needs a global rescueThe G8 summit at Camp David failed to find a plan for economic growth in Europe and to deal with a euro crisis that goes beyond debt. It may seem strange to propose that the world鈥檚 second-richest continent needs a global rescue. But today鈥檚 European consumers are too fearful to spend.- Global ViewpointGordon Brown: Europe needs a global rescueThe G8 summit at Camp David failed to find a plan for economic growth in Europe and to deal with a euro crisis that goes beyond debt. It may seem strange to propose that the world鈥檚 second-richest continent needs a global rescue. But today鈥檚 European consumers are too fearful to spend.
OpinionEgypt elections: Sharia can support democracyIn Egypt elections for president today, the role of Islam in government is a big question. But a freedom-based interpretation of sharia can support democracy in the Arab world. Such a form of sharia in the early stages of the Iran Revolution set a precedent 鈥� before it was snuffed out.
The Monitor's ViewSpaceX launch to space station: humanity finds new wingsIf all goes well, the first private capsule will dock at the space station Thursday, marking a historic turning point in the use of private space companies. This will help free up NASA for riskier space exploration.
6 job interview mistakes to avoidAlthough the economy seems to be showing signs of improvement, there are still more applicants for every job opening than there are available positions. In a survey, HR professionals outlined six interview mistakes that can instantly kill the possibility of receiving an offer.
OpinionIran talks in Baghdad: Western naivet茅As world powers head into nuclear talks with Iran in Baghdad on Wednesday, is Obama so naive as to hang on to a fake聽fatwa promising no nukes?聽With enough聽enriched uranium to eventually make six nuclear bombs,聽Tehran is simply stalling for time.聽Recent chronology bears this out.
The Monitor's ViewHope, resiliency, and unity mark the Joplin tornado anniversaryOne the worst tornadoes in US history hit Joplin a year ago. The Missouri city has good reason to now celebrate its path to recovery.
Global ViewpointWe Egyptians are still marching forward toward democracyContrary to the global perception that Egypt is sinking into chaos, presidential election debates reflect hope for a new Egypt. Open debate between secular and Islamist groups was unthinkable over the past 60 years. This openness means the Egyptian body politic is maturing.- Global ViewpointWe Egyptians are still marching forward toward democracyContrary to the global perception that Egypt is sinking into chaos, presidential election debates reflect hope for a new Egypt. Open debate between secular and Islamist groups was unthinkable over the past 60 years. This openness means the Egyptian body politic is maturing.
OpinionBeyond Afghanistan, a weakened NATO can still write its own futureAs the NATO summit in Chicago wraps up, it鈥檚 clear that NATO is in a tough spot, navigating a tenuous transition in Afghanistan as a prolonged euro crisis slashes its capability. NATO must look closer to home to restore its credibility in areas our citizens agree are high priorities.
OpinionMark Zuckerberg's IPO challenge: A company that can 'friend' the 99 percentWill the new publicly traded Facebook cater singularly to its wealthy shareholders? Mark Zuckerberg must strive to include 鈥榳e the users,鈥� who made such a megabillion dollar concept possible, in his corporate model. He can start by offering a free share to each Facebook user.
The Monitor's ViewAt G8 summit, US taps into Africa's 'cheetah generation'For the G8 summit, Obama unveils a promise by private firms to invest $3 billion in raising Africa's farm productivity. Many young Africans, dubbed 'cheetahs,' are posed for effective private investment.
