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The US Pivot to Everywhere

March 14, 2016 U.S. strategy demands more of a pirouette than a pivot.

Making Sense of Islamic State’s Position in Libya

March 14, 2016 IS has set its sights on the North African state, but will it be able to replicate the control it has in Syria and Iraq?

Germany: Masking Economic Vulnerability

March 10, 2016 An analysis of whether domestic German consumption can replace global demand for German exports.

Shaping a Presidential Legacy

March 11, 2016 The limits of Obama’s office played a significant role in creating his ‘doctrine.’

Islamic State and the Possibility of Chemical Weapons

March 10, 2016 If IS is able to develop such weapons, the U.S. will have to change its strategy.

The US and Israel Drift Apart

March 9, 2016 The two nations’ strong relationship has faded along with the Cold War strategies that brought them together in the first place.

Saudi Arabia’s Loan Request Underscores Financial Crisis

March 9, 2016 The country is reportedly interested in a bank loan worth billions.

The Ebb and Flow of US Immigration

March 9, 2016 Current hostility toward Mexican immigrants reflects a historical trend.

Nancy and Ronald Reagan

March 8, 2016 The complexity of power and family.

Russia’s Strategy in Chechnya

March 8, 2016 Moscow has relied on its alliance with the local Chechen leadership to maintain control over the region.

The Greatly Exaggerated Rumors of Islamic State’s Demise

March 7, 2016 IS’ position in Syria and Iraq remains strong, despite reports to the contrary.

The Muslim World Between Shariah and the Rule of Law

March 7, 2016 The debate over the role of religion in politics has heavily contributed to the lack of rule of law in Muslim-majority countries.

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