Leaving without Losing: The War on Terror after Iraq and Afghanistan

Examines the War on Terror following the United States' withdrawals from Iraq and Afghanistan, drawing comparisons to the Cold War and the Vietnam War era. It analyzes the Bush and Obama administrations' strategies, particularly their attempts and failures to foster democracy in the Middle East due to existing ethnic and sectarian divisions. The author explores potential consequences of U.S. withdrawal, including shifts in regional power dynamics and the role of new factors like the Arab Spring and the death of Osama bin Laden. Ultimately, the text suggests that while the War on Terror is likely to persist, internal conflicts among radical groups and the rise of democratic movements may offer new opportunities for the United States to address the underlying issues.

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