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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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September 13, 2018
Sub-Saharan Africa
The Risks of Reducing U.S. Special Operations in Africa
The Pentagon plans to withdraw its special operations forces in Africa, but major cutbacks could threaten recent efforts to counter terrorism threats across the region.
April 15, 2009
Defense and Security
Afghan Defense Chief Unhappy with Obama Plan
President Obama’s new strategy for winning the war in Afghanistan has drawn praise from U.S. forces and international allies. But Afghan Defense Minister Gen. Adbul Rahim Wardak tells CFR.org that Wa…
July 23, 2008
Afghanistan
Current and Future Trends in Special Operations Warfare
A top Pentagon official says victory in the global fight against terrorism is achievable, but may take decades to accomplish.
August 2, 2007
International Organizations
Lute: Hybrid Peacekeeping Force in Darfur an ‘Unprecedented’ Operation
Jane Holl Lute, assistant secretary-general for UN peacekeeping operations, says the joint United Nations/African Union peacekeeping force for Darfur is an “unprecedented” operation and the full forc…
January 21, 2015
United States
The President’s Missed Opportunity
President Obama missed a chance in his annual address to make a case for bipartisan initiatives and failed to present a convincing defense of his foreign policy, says CFR President Richard N. Haass.