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The Turkish Week: Caution and Ambition

Feb. 19, 2016Ā This week, many major developments in the ongoing crises in Europe, Russia and the Middle East all intersected in Turkey.

Why Bombings Don’t Change Strategy

Feb. 17, 2016Ā If it bleeds, it leads ā€“ but does it matter?

The Destruction of the Iraqi and Syrian States

Feb. 18, 2016Ā Both countries have disintegrated to the point that their governments no longer have control.

The Meaninglessness of Missile Defense in South Korea

Feb. 17, 2016Ā The strategic situation in the Korean Peninsula would be changed little by the deployment of a missile defense system.

Cracks Grow in German-French Relations

Feb. 17, 2016Ā The serious challenges facing the European Union have contributed to a divide between the two countries.

Papal Politics in Mexico

Feb. 16, 2016 Despite its Catholic majority, the country has a rocky history with the Vatican.

The Truth About Unemployment in China

Feb. 16, 2016Ā While unemployment looms large right now, the future Chinese labor force will lack enough workers to keep the economy going.

The US, the EU and NATO

Feb. 15, 2016Ā The United States worries that divisions among EU member states could affect its relationship with the Continent.

How South America Has Avoided Interstate War

Feb. 15, 2016Ā The continent has not seen a prolonged interstate military conflict in over 80 years.

Iran’s Evolving Domestic Politics

Feb. 11, 2016Ā The country is facing a struggle between reformists and hardline conservatives.

Russia’s Ongoing Predicament

Feb. 12, 2016Ā As Moscow gains ground in Syria, it is faltering in almost every other state objective.

The European Band Plays On

Feb. 11, 2016Ā The EUā€™s six founding members may deepen integration amongĀ themselves, while leaving the rest to follow their own paths.

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