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Brief: Hezbollah Warns Israel, Israel Warns Back

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Background: Israel lost a war to Iranian-backed Hezbollah in 2006. Ever since, Israel has remained concerned about the security of its northern border and about military attacks from that direction. In fact, it’s a concern that exists independent of whatever nuclear agreement the U.S. might reach with Iran, Hezbollah’s primary benefactor. What Happened: Last night, […]

Brief: China’s Growing Role in Central Asia

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Background: Over a relatively short period, China has strengthened its position in Central Asia, becoming a key trading partner and investor in what is...

Brief: Why Mexico’s President Is Apologizing to China

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Background: When it comes to U.S.-Mexican relations, the U.S. has the advantage in almost every way that matters. Mexico City has few options but...

Brief: Russia Blocks the US in Tajikistan

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Background: Russia historically sees Central Asia as sitting within its sphere of influence, both economically and militarily. The region’s post-Soviet states, however, value their...

Brief: Fighting Breaks Out in Israel and Palestinian Territories

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Background: Israel and the Palestinian territories engage in low-level skirmishes pretty regularly, but intifadas and outright kinetic war are comparatively rarer. There hasn’t been...

Brief: China Tests the Philippines and US Red Lines

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Background: The Philippines’ importance lies in its geography, located in the middle of what’s known as the first island chain, giving it – or,...

Brief: Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Clash Over Territory

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Background: Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, two former Soviet republics, have longstanding territorial disputes between them. One of the most intensely contested areas is Vorukh, a...

Brief: Former French Generals Sign Threatening Letter

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Background: France in recent years has experienced intense bouts of social unrest as well as attacks by Islamist extremists. On April 21, 20 former...

Brief: Stray Fire Near Israel’s Nuclear Facility

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Background: The United States and Iran are openly trying to return, in some fashion, to the Iran nuclear agreement. Israel – a long-time ally...

Brief: Russian Plane Violates Colombian Airspace

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Background: Russia has long been eager to expand its influence in Latin America, but the region’s distance from Moscow and proximity to the United...

Brief: Assassination Plot in Belarus

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Background: Despite massive protests against his reelection last August, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and his regime clung to power and continue to suppress critics....

Brief: Italy Keeps Its Options Open

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Background: As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on European economies, it’s also taking a toll on European unity. After taking the lead on...
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