Stories written by Richard Sale

Afghanistan Faces “Massive Economic Constriction” after U.S. Withdrawal

By Richard Sale
Next year’s drawdown of U.S. forces and decline in U.S. aid will leave in its wake an Afghan political system lacking legitimacy and stability, according to interviews with Afghanistan experts, news reports and congressional studies.

Saudi Insider Likely Key to Aramco Cyber-Attack

By Richard Sale
Last weekend’s disclosure that Iranian cyber warriors had disabled some 30,000 computers owned by the Saudi oil giant Aramco is attracting considerable attention here, particularly in light of a warning last week by Pentagon chief Leon Panetta that Washington could face a “cyber-Pearl Harbor".
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