International Crisis Group

Comment: The situation in the port city of Aden threatens to push Yemen into a civil war within a civil war, writes International Crisis Group.

Comment: A dangerous escalation between the US and Iran is a distinct possibility. But whether deliberate or a miscalculation, there's still time to avert it, write the International Crisis Group.

Comment: The Senate vote is an opportunity to move to end the war in Yemen that must not be missed, writes the International Crisis Group.

Comment: Getting the US to engage in direct talks with the Taliban is the best way to kickstart Afghanistan's long overdue peace process, says International Crisis Group.

Comment: Houthi rebels and the Saudi-led coalition say they want to avoid a battle. UN envoy Martin Griffiths must help find the middle ground, writes the International Crisis Group.

Comment: Saudi Arabia must tread slowly and carefully if it wishes to reestablish ties with Iraq, writes the International Crisis Group.