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Armenia, Azerbaijan and a Dangerous Conflict

April 4, 2016Ā The dispute over territory has potential to draw in major powers.

Erdoğan’s Clash with Journalists

April 1, 2016Ā Seemingly rash actions can be better understood through empathetic analysis.

The US and Russia Bargain Over Eastern Europe

March 31, 2016Ā But recent bilateral talks will not become another Yalta Conference.

Counterterrorism and Jihadist Capabilities

March 30, 2016Ā Islamic State’s capabilities warrant much more scrutiny than itsĀ ideology.

The Political Nature of Strong Armies

March 29, 2016Ā A military’s role goes beyond fighting wars.

Understanding the Islamic State’s Retreat from Palmyra

March 28, 2016Ā The Islamic State’s recent setback is not yet cause for celebration.

Bosnia, Kosovo and Brussels

March 25, 2016Ā This week’s attacks in Belgium are a continuation of Muslim-Christian confrontations that began when the Soviet Union fell.

The Link Between Syria and Ukraine

March 24, 2016Ā The fact that the two conflicts have become intertwined is not a coincidence.

The Cycle of Terrorism

March 23, 2016Ā Identifying terrorists requires a shift in intelligence methods.

The US Obsession with Cuba

March 22, 2016Ā Cuba’s location means more to the United States than any government in Havana.

The Pitfalls of US Power

March 21, 2016Ā Applying a balance of power strategy is easier in the abstract than in practice.

Hungary, Poland and Illiberal Democracy

March 18, 2016Ā In a liberal democracy, the people have the right to vote for illiberal policies.

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