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HORROR
Six Americans are suing the outsourcing firm ManTech for ‘rel[ying] upon forced labor to illegally sacrifice its employees’ health and safety in pursuit of a higher profit margin.’
Sectarian War
First terror attack in the Gulf state the U.S. just called a ‘valued partner’ in the war on ISIS
Double Dealing
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), now threatening Baghdad, was funded for years by wealthy donors in Kuwait, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, three U.S. allies that have dual agendas.
Iraq and Morality
A terrific piece at Gawker--not sentimental, not too harsh, but harsh enough--on Michael Kelly.
CENSORSHIP
From Kuwait to Saudi Arabia, online protesters are finding themselves imprisoned or restricted. Vivian Salama reports on the battles being fought for freedoms in the Gulf countries.
Setback for Freedom
Kuwait’s new law ordering the death penalty for blasphemy might be overturned if the U.S. applies pressure, writes David Keyes.
CEO Tony Hayward was blindsided by the fury over the company’s role in the release of Abdel Basset al Megrahi—which former CEO John Browne took credit for. Tom Bower on what it means for the Gulf.