Senator Bernie Sanders fears military intervention in Syria would be a costly mistake at a time when America should focus on serious economic problems closer to home.

The real issue for Congress is whether or not to continue relying on "military might as the preferred means of advancing U.S. interests" in the Middle East.

In threatening a unilateral attack on Syria, Barack Obama is undermining one international norm in support of another.

Articles guaranteed to give you a better grasp of what's happening in Syria.

Guest host Phil Donahue examines the consequences of an American intervention in Syria with guests Deborah Amos and Andrew Bacevich.

The NPR Middle East correspondent tells guest host Phil Donahue about the growing refugee crisis in Syria -- one that the U.N. has called “the great tragedy of this century."

The military historian and Vietnam veteran talks with guest host Phil Donahue about the questions that need answers before the U.S. intervenes in Syria.

A devastating drought played a significant role in sparking Syria's civil war. Is it an example of future climate change-related conflicts?

In his forthcoming book, Andrew Bacevich reflects on a fourth of July celebration at a Red Sox game and what it tells us about the way Americans symbolically honor their troops.

Find out how you can help relief organizations meet the needs of those displaced by the fighting in Syria.