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The US, the EU and NATO

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

Iran’s Evolving Domestic Politics

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

Russia’s Ongoing Predicament

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

The European Band Plays On

Feb. 11, 2016 The EU’s six founding members may deepen integration among themselves, while leaving the rest to follow their own paths.

Hong Kong and the Future of Chinese Unrest

Feb. 10, 2016 Protests during New Year celebrations may not spell trouble for the Communist Party.

Italy’s Strategic Goals

Feb. 10, 2016 While secure in most of its grand strategy, preserving economic stability poses a challenge to Rome.

The Syrian Civil War Through Assad’s Eyes

Feb. 8, 2016 What would victory look like for the Syrian president?

China and Bad News: The New Normal

Feb. 9, 2016 With the economic downturn now firmly established, it will be important to watch how Beijing responds.

Venezuela Faces Potential Default

Feb. 9, 2016 The country will struggle to meet its mounting debt obligations in 2016.

The Crisis of Polling

Feb. 8, 2016 Polls are now less reliable in predicting the outcome of elections, as we witnessed after the recent Iowa caucuses.

Why Russian-Turkish Hostility Makes Sense

Feb. 5, 2016 Tensions between the two countries have heightened again, although this is not surprising when viewed in historical context.

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