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A Complicated Alliance

Lee Hudson Teslik — Thu, 15 May 2008 14:00:39 -0400

Meetings between President Bush and Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah highlight emerging policy challenges to a relationship that stretches well beyond oil.

Israel’s 60th Anniversary Issue Guide

Eben Kaplan — Wed, 14 May 2008 10:46:19 -0400

CFR.org provides a collection of resources to help explain the array of issues surrounding Israel's 60th anniversary.

Helping Latin America Help Itself

Stephanie Hanson — Tue, 13 May 2008 15:19:15 -0400

With Washington facing increasing mistrust in Latin America, experts call for bolstering U.S. policy in areas such as energy security, migration, and poverty reduction.

Saving Myanmar

Jayshree Bajoria — Tue, 13 May 2008 11:10:47 -0400

Experts warn of a humanitarian tragedy in Myanmar, but the country's government continues to block widespread access for aid workers.

Somalia’s Perpetual War

Stephanie Hanson — Fri, 09 May 2008 16:33:23 -0400

As the humanitarian crisis in Somalia deepens, experts see bleak prospects for reconciliation talks between the transitional government and the Islamist opposition.

Myanmar in Crisis

Jayshree Bajoria — Thu, 08 May 2008 12:13:45 -0400

Myanmar's disaster is compounded by its government, which appears to be restricting aid for political reasons.

A War of Words with Iran

Greg Bruno — Wed, 07 May 2008 11:08:04 -0400

The war of words between Washington and Tehran has heightened tensions in Iraq, and raised the prospects of a lengthy standoff.

Still a Dangerous Border

Jayshree Bajoria — Mon, 05 May 2008 16:24:39 -0400

Terrorist attacks in Afghanistan from safe havens across the border in Pakistan increase amid Islamabad's efforts to strike peace with militants.

A Fight over Energy

Robert McMahon — Mon, 05 May 2008 16:09:13 -0400

Mounting gas prices have made energy a top presidential campaign issue. But prospects appear dim for any comprehensive policy reforms from Washington.

The Syrian Nuclear Puzzle

Greg Bruno — Thu, 01 May 2008 08:07:04 -0400

Washington’s disclosure of an Israeli air strike on a suspected Syrian nuclear reactor has raised questions about both Syrian and U.S. motives in the region.

Baghdad and Kurds Close the Gap

Greg Bruno — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:32:27 -0400

Oil and the status of Kirkuk continue to divide Iraq's central government and the Kurdish region, but signs of political progress are emerging.

New Delhi’s Pragmatism

Jayshree Bajoria — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:12:04 -0400

As India emerges as an important global player, its foreign policy seeks to balance the country's growing U.S. ties with national interests.

Caracas, Colombia, and Cocaine

Stephanie Hanson — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:09:35 -0400

A sharp rise in Venezuelan cocaine trafficking undermines U.S. efforts to crack down on the narcotics trade in neighboring Colombia.

A Change of Command

Greg Bruno — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:30:53 -0400

The promotion of General Petraeus to Centcom chief could have profound implications for Washington's long-term strategy in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Tremors in the South Caucasus

Lee Hudson Teslik — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 10:28:37 -0400

Russia stirs concern with gestures toward two Georgian breakaway provinces. Moscow’s moves follow Kosovo’s secession and NATO expansion promises.

Another New Tack on North Korea

Jayshree Bajoria — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:09:45 -0400

Washington’s latest revisions to its stance on North Korea nuclear-disarmament talks, experts say, threatens to undermine counter-proliferation efforts.

Battleground over Globalization

Robert McMahon — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:45:32 -0400

Pennsylvania voters have made their choice in the Democratic primary, and like other U.S. states economic concerns continue to be the dominant theme in this election.

Liberation from Africa’s Liberators

Stephanie Hanson — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 09:06:54 -0400

As Zimbabwe’s postelection deadlock continues, experts wonder when African leaders will start criticizing their peers.

Iran’s Power Brokers

Greg Bruno — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:56:11 -0400

As the Bush administration presses for greater economic pressure to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions, Tehran is turning east for economic survival.

The Pope in America

Robert McMahon — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:10:06 -0400

Pope Benedict’s first U.S. visit has focused on revitalizing the U.S. Catholic Church. He is also addressing religious freedom.

China Looks Down Under

Lee Hudson Teslik — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:56:10 -0400

Beijing’s hunger for commodities has brought a trade boom with Australia and New Zealand, but protectionist concerns could block further liberalization.

Showdown on Trade

Lee Hudson Teslik — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 11:29:08 -0400

Democrats in the House threaten to derail a free trade deal with Colombia, another sign of shifting U.S. attitudes.

The Next President and the ‘Surge’

Greg Bruno — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:57:17 -0400

As military and political leaders debate future U.S. troop commitments to Iraq, the next U.S. president is put on notice.

Seoul's Conservative Swing

Jayshree Bajoria — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 16:02:24 -0400

A conservative parliament may provide further impetus to South Korean president to maintain a harder line on Pyongyang.

A Freeze in the Surge

Greg Bruno — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 14:23:21 -0400

Military and political leaders debate the United States' future troop commitments to Iraq and the extent to which 'victory' can ever be defined there.

Petraeus, Crocker Gird for Assault on the Hill

Greg Bruno — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 16:25:54 -0400

The top U.S. military and diplomatic officials in Iraq will tell Congress of security improvements and scattered political progress, but many lawmakers want to hear an exit strategy.

Bearish in Beijing

Lee Hudson Teslik — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:29:21 -0400

China’s economy is growing at a heady clip, but a stretched stock market, burdened by restrictions on international investment, spells concern.

Paulson’s Proposal

Lee Hudson Teslik — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 06:47:26 -0400

Opinion is scattered over a complex and ambitious plan by the U.S. Treasury Secretary to overhaul the regulation of financial markets.

The NATO Alliance at War

Greg Bruno — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:29:03 -0400

NATO’s Bucharest agenda is full of thorny transatlantic issues, but the mission in Afghanistan will steal the show.

A Balancing Act in Pakistan

Jayshree Bajoria — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:15:49 -0400

Pakistan’s civilian government has asserted a new policy in dealing with terrorists on its territory, posing challenges for Washington.