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Israel and Iran Prepare for Conflict

The U.S. has withdrawn from the Iran nuclear deal. Israel and Iran are reacting accordingly.

Beyond the Daily Distractions

These will be the week’s real front-page stories.

An Overlooked and Underdeveloped Region in Southern Mexico

Guerrero state had the most homicides of any state in Mexico last year.

Why Korea Can’t Replicate Germany’s Reunification

It has made geopolitical sense since their establishment in 1948 for North and South Korea to find a way to get along and tap into their joint potential, and yet they haven’t, because peaceful reunification is exceedingly difficult to achieve.

The Next Israeli War

Every day Iran fails to strike back makes it look weaker.

Korean Reunification: High Hopes and Higher Hurdles

The Koreas would be much stronger together, if they could just overcome everything that’s kept them apart for 70 years.

How Germany Could Punish Eastern Europe

Brussels can’t really bring disobedient states to heel. Berlin can.

Is a Multipolar World Emerging?

The U.S. is still the pre-eminent global power, whether the world likes it or not.

Short of War in the South China Sea

It’s been a busy year in these troubled waters.

Iran’s Regime Under Siege

Tehran is on the verge of a major test, and every move it makes abroad could jeopardize its security at home.

In Uzbekistan, Attempts at Liberalization Aren’t What They Seem

In a place such as Uzbekistan, the tactics a leader use may be liberal or draconian, but the outcome is the same.

On the Korean Peninsula, Toasts Give Way to the Problem

A solution to the crisis would require major concessions from all parties involved in talks.

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