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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 14, 2017
Kurds
Video: The Time of the Kurds
Kurds have become critical players amid domestic upheaval and political changes throughout the Middle East. Explore the history of the Kurdish people and why some Kurds may be on the verge of achievi…
February 24, 2012
Afghanistan
Protests Over Quran Burning May Spread Beyond Afghanistan
The protests sweeping Afghanistan over the burning of Qurans at a U.S. base may spread to other Muslim countries unless U.S. and NATO officials act swiftly, says CFR’s Ed Husain.
September 13, 2016
United States
Climate Change and the Next U.S. President
The next president of the United States will play a critical role in shaping the country’s climate policy, deciding whether and how to reduce emissions, while minimizing any impact on economic growth…
September 24, 2013
Kenya
Al-Shabab Terrorism in Kenya: Three Things to Know
Al-Shabab’s deadly Westgate Mall siege in Nairobi is unlikely to alter Kenya’s foreign policy, but the incident could encourage tighter U.S.-Kenya relations and reinforce Washington’s engagement with…
November 1, 2013
Saudi Arabia
The U.S.-Saudi Rift: Three Things to Know
Rising tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United States reflect the differences in the longtime allies’ interests on a range of Middle East priorities, says CFR’s Fred Kaplan.