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FP: The New Islamists

by Olivier Roy

The most extreme adherents of radical Islam are getting with the times, writes Olivier Roy in this excerpt from his upcoming book.

Egypt's Revolution

Atlantic: After Tunisia: Obama's Impossible Dilemma in Egypt

After the recent toppling of the Tunisian government, Shadi Hamid questions the wisdom of the US foreign policy tenet to support repressive regimes in the Middle East on the grounds that they are stable at least, and explores the ramifications of US policy regarding Egypt.

Prospects for Peace in Sudan

The Costs of Pakistan's Floods

The Costs of Pakistan's Floods

Pakistan's floods are likely to cause setbacks for the country's development and its fight against militancy. Experts say the international community must intensify aid efforts and continue to support the country's democratic institutions.

New CFR Report: Saudi Arabia in the New Middle East

F. Gregory Gause III posits that, though the Arab Awakening has caused tensions in Saudi-American relations, the two countries do not face a crisis and still have significant mutual interests that should be prioritized.

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