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The Irish Border Question

What will Ireland look like after Brexit?

Venezuela’s Oil Industry Decline by the Numbers

The United States is the biggest importer of Venezuelan crude oil, and its sanctions will likely hit the industry hard.

Israeli and Iranian Activity in Syria

Maps show current positions and recent operations in the Syrian war.

The Saga of the Kuril Islands

Russia and Japan are talking about a peace treaty once again.

Coups in Africa Since 1950

A recent failed coup in Gabon is just the latest attempt to overthrow an African government.

The US Role in the Syrian Civil War

A look at the evolution of the conflict, and the United States’ involvement in it.

The US Dominates Global Military Spending

Washington spends more than the next 10 countries combined on its military forces.

Russia-Venezuela Economic Ties

Venezuela is looking for a little help from its friends.

A Month of Unrest in France

Government proposals to raise fuel taxes are mobilizing the public.

Moving Toward Korean Cooperation

The two Koreas are gradually reducing defenses along the Demilitarized Zone and exploring possibilities for major cross-border infrastructure projects.

Showdown Over the Sea of Azov

A controversial Russian bridge over the Kerch Strait has escalated tensions around the Crimean Peninsula.

Examining Canada’s Debt Exposure

The country’s mounting debt is creating vulnerabilities that could make recovery more difficult in the event of another recession.

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