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US Negotiators Race Against Time

June 13, 2016 The Obama administration wants to get an agreement on Ukraine before the November elections.

Central Asia: The Next Region to Unravel

June 10, 2016 The instability in Kazakhstan in recent weeks could spread throughout the region.

The US’ Distinct Approach to China and India

June 9, 2016 The two most populous nations have very different relationships with the United States.

Turkey’s Shifting Policy on Syria

June 8, 2016 Over the past few days, Ankara has seemed to relax its stance on Syrian Kurds.

The Future of the Islamic State and Its Caliphate

June 8, 2016 The Islamic State is under pressure in Iraq and Syria, but its opponents also face great challenges.

The Forgotten Legacy of the Six-Day War

June 7, 2016  Israel’s belief in its military invincibility might be its downfall.

Why Russia Is Boosting Defenses on Its Western Borders

June 6, 2016 As negotiations over Ukraine continue, Moscow is sending a message to the West.

Update on Major Forecasts

June 6, 2016 Developments in Germany, China and Kazakhstan indicate our forecast is on track.

Turkey, Germany and Moral Posturing

June 3, 2016 The Bundestag’s statement about Armenia is a political tool.

China’s Perspective on North Korea

June 2, 2016 Managing Pyongyang’s outbursts is a valuable tool for Beijing in its relationship with Washington.

Brexit: Europe’s Reluctant Power Weighs Its Options

June 1, 2016 What will the referendum mean for Britain and the union?

Germany Looks to Ease Russian Sanctions

June 1, 2016 Berlin is performing a balancing act between Moscow and the West.

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