Here is your R&D for December 16th:
Could there be a Tet Offensive in Afghanistan? from the Washington Post
In this op-ed column, George Will warns that a Tet Offensive might be brewing in Afghanistan after the war effort has been hampered by corruption, WikiLeaks, and a weak Afghan government.
Israel can’t defeat Hezbollah: Israeli expert from Reuters
A former Israeli national security adviser warned today that the Jewish state cannot defeat Hezbollah in a conventional military engagement.
Vladimir Putin’s warning shot to liberals: society must have order from the Guardian
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin denounced extremist actions during a national Q&A session today, but warned liberals that a national security apparatus is needed if liberals don’t want to face off with right-wing extremists themselves.
China and India’s Growing Energy Rivalry from Business Week
As China and India rise on the global stage, they are primed to compete with each other over energy resources around the globe. This article breaks down this struggle and what it means for both nations in the years ahead.
Rahm’s tenant wanted $100,000 grand to move out, broker testifies from Chicago Sun-Times
The case for whether Rahm Emanuel can run for mayor of Chicago has continued, with the revelation that a tenant in Emanuel’s Chicago home demanded $100,000 to move out so that he could claim Chicago residency.