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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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June 28, 2010
Saudi Arabia
Difficult Talks for U.S. and Saudis
President Obama and Saudi King Abdullah’s meeting on June 29 will include difficult conversations about the Middle East, where Saudis want to be convinced that the United States is serious about supp…
June 3, 2009
Iran
Harnessing Iran’s Role in Afghanistan
CFR’s George Gavrilis urges U.S. officials to build a partnership with Iran in Afghanistan to help stabilize Kabul, and possibly plant the seeds for broader rapprochement.
November 8, 2017
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Shaky Experiment in Modernization
With a bold modernization project, Saudi Arabia is embarking on reforms U.S. policymakers have been urging for decades. The crown prince’s recent crackdown could undermine this crucial effort.
February 23, 2017
Afghanistan
Better a Stalemate Than Defeat in Afghanistan
Without a major surge in force levels, the best outcome that the United States can hope for in Afghanistan is that the Taliban will tire of fighting and pursue peace, writes CFR’s Max Boot.
October 11, 2013
India
Politics and Indo-Pakistani Normalization
Indo-Pakistani relations have made small strides toward normalcy but face a period of steep challenges amid leadership changes throughout the region, writes CFR’s Daniel Markey.