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Introduction
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…
February 28, 2007
SyriaCFR’s Steven A. Cook says the decision to speak with Iran and Syria on Iraq, marks “a positive change in policy.”
January 19, 2010
TurkeyNew strains in the Israeli-Turkish relationship stem from Turkey’s concerns over conditions in Gaza and sloppy diplomacy on both sides, says CFR’s Steven A. Cook.
June 18, 2012
EgyptRegardless of the outcome of the presidential runoff elections, the Egyptian military is seeking to assert control to protect its privileges, says CFR’s Steven A. Cook.
October 26, 2011
Middle East and North AfricaIn a region buffeted by change, Turkey is developing into a Middle East model and leader. Cooperation on Kurdish separatists and on a NATO radar base signal warming ties with the Obama administration…
August 19, 2009
EgyptCFR Mideast expert Steven A. Cook says Egypt and the United States have moved to end their estrangement but haven’t made much progress in advancing Arab-Israeli peace.