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December 1, 2009
Daily Analysis
U.S. President Barack Obama's new Afghan strategy is expected to include an influx of more than thirty thousand troops and an exit plan. He faces the challenge of selling this approach to war-weary publics.
See more in Afghanistan, Defense Strategy
November 25, 2009
Interview
The threat posed by the al-Qaeda-Taliban relationship is a crucial element in U.S. strategic planning in Afghanistan. Four experts explore the changing nature of these sometimes murky ties.
See more in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Havens for Terrorism, Terrorist Organizations, Terrorist Leaders
November 3, 2009
Interview
As the Obama administration assesses American troop numbers in Afghanistan, the senior U.S. Army general training Afghan security forces says the White House should also double the size of the Afghan army and police.
See more in Afghanistan, Counterterrorism
October 23, 2009
Interview
Afghanistan expert Thomas H. Johnson says Western efforts to force a runoff election will not produce a legitimate leader in the eyes of Afghan voters, and could further destabilize the country.
See more in Afghanistan, Democracy and Human Rights, Elections
October 20, 2009
Interview
Expert Peter M. Manikas says a fresh round of presidential voting may be the only way to enhance legitimacy in Kabul despite the monumental challenges involved in staging a secure runoff election.
See more in Afghanistan, Democracy and Human Rights, Elections
October 15, 2009
Backgrounder
Despite concerns over Iran's nuclear program, the Obama administration has assessed that Tehran is years from a developing a long-range missile capable of delivering a nuclear weapon. But past Iranian secrecy and testing bombast have led some experts to remain skeptical of Tehran's capabilities and ambitions.
See more in Iran, Weapons of Mass Destruction
October 14, 2009
Interview
CFR's Mohamad Bazzi says Syria continues to "meddle" in the business of many states in the Mideast but could be a useful partner for the United States in the region.
October 8, 2009
Daily Analysis
As President Barack Obama ponders his next move in Afghanistan, civilian and military strategists are pushing different approaches on the way forward in a war soon to become America's longest.
See more in Afghanistan, Defense Strategy
Updated: October 2, 2009
Daily Analysis
Talks in Geneva over Iran's nuclear program ended with Tehran vowing to cooperate with UN inspectors. However, analysts remain divided on how lasting the gains will be.
See more in Iran, Diplomacy, Proliferation
September 30, 2009
Interview
Ahead of Iran's talks with world powers, Iranian Foreign Minister tells CFR.org Tehran will push for recognition of its legal right to enrich uranium, and seek to broaden negotiations to include political, economic, and security partnerships.
See more in Iran, Rule of Law, Proliferation
September 30, 2009
Interview
Analyst Joseph S. Nye Jr. says the Obama administration's emphasis on multilateralism raises the prospects for dealing with Iran effectively on its nuclear program but expects no diplomatic breakthroughs in the short term.
See more in Iran, Sanctions, Diplomacy
September 29, 2009
Interview
As debate intensifies over resourcing the war in Afghanistan, expert Clare Lockhart says more attention must be paid to helping Afghans rebuild their country's battered institutions.
See more in Afghanistan, Wars and Warfare
September 28, 2009
Interview
U.S. military leaders are calling for more troops to carry out U.S. counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan. Six analysts offer views on how President Barack Obama should respond.
See more in Afghanistan, Defense Strategy
September 23, 2009
Backgrounder
Decades of economic and diplomatic sanctions have failed to substantively alter the actions of the Iranian regime, especially regarding its nuclear program. But experts say they remain an important tool to isolate and pressure Iran.
See more in Iran, Proliferation
Updated: September 17, 2009
Backgrounder
The United States has pursued missile defense technologies for six decades, with mixed results. Changes under the Obama administration, including adjustments to planned defenses in Europe, could portend a new direction.
See more in United States, Defense Strategy
Updated: September 17, 2009
Backgrounder
The United States has been developing missile defense technologies since the beginning of the Cold War, first with nuclear-tipped interceptors and later with conventional "hit-to-kill" missiles, weapons intended to destroy enemy warheads in flight.
See more in United States, Defense Technology
September 15, 2009
Daily Analysis
The Obama administration has agreed to talks with Iran. Analysts are divided on whether dialogue will move the needle on nuclear negotiations, or strengthen calls for tougher action.
See more in Iran, Diplomacy, U.S. Strategy and Politics
Updated: September 29, 2009
Backgrounder
Iran's nuclear program is believed to have steadily progressed, despite sharply increased concerns over its intentions and sanctions over its lack of transparency.
See more in Iran, Proliferation
September 9, 2009
Interview
As debate over the size and scope of the U.S. mission in Afghanistan intensifies, military strategist Kimberly Kagan says the only way to ensure victory is a better-resourced counterinsurgency campaign focused on securing population centers.
See more in Afghanistan, Defense Strategy
September 4, 2009
Interview
Amid Afghanistan's uncertain security and political situation, Kabul-based analyst John Dempsey says U.S. officials should be prepared to commit more military and civilian resources to stave off resurgent Taliban forces.
See more in Afghanistan, Defense Strategy
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