Author: Gary Samore, Vice President, Director of Studies, and Maurice R. Greenberg Chair
Volume 13, Issue 3, April 2007
International Institute for Strategic Studies
Elliott Abrams gives his take on the Middle East and on democracy and human rights issues across the globe.
Micah Zenko covers the U.S. national security debate.
Robert M. Danin analyzes critical developments and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
What is the effect of U.S. domestic political gridlock on international relations?
The Future of U.S. Special Operations Forces
Special operations play a critical role in how the United States confronts irregular threats, but to have long-term strategic impact, the author argues, numerous shortfalls must be addressed.
Reforming U.S. Drone Strike Policies
The author analyzes the potentially serious consequences, both at home and abroad, of a lightly overseen drone program and makes recommendations for improving its governance.
Gary G. Sick says an “emerging strategy” is developing that brings the United States, Israel, and Sunni Arab states in an informal alliance...
A symposium discussing Iran and policy options for the next administration, focusing on the nuclear dimension and Iranian foreign policy.
CFR Director of Studies Gary S. Samore says the U.S. negotiator at the Six-Party Talks on North Korea appears to be acting with new flexibility.
Iran's nuclear ambitions are likely driven by multiple factors, from security concerns to domestic polices. However, political competition...