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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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December 6, 2011
Elections and Voting
Understanding Putin’s Setback
The sharp drop in support for the ruling United Russia party in parliamentary elections reflects growing public discontent with Vladimir Putin’s decision to seek the presidency again next year, says …
April 13, 2018
Syrian Civil War
What Are U.S. Military Options in Syria?
Military threats to deter chemical attacks have so far failed to restrain the Syrian regime, and they risk escalating the horrific conflict even further.
December 28, 2009
Heads of State and Government
Obama’s First Year: ’Great Expectations,’ ’Daunting Realities’
CFR’s James M. Lindsay summarizes President Obama’s first year as "great expectations running smack into daunting realities," including the Afghan war, China’s rise, and Iran’s nuclear program.
May 5, 2006
United States
Verleger: Oil Prices Peaking, But Hurricanes or Other Events Could Send Them Higher
Philip K. Verleger, a well-known expert on the economics of oil, says that the current price of oil, which has dropped below $70 a barrel, has probably peaked for the moment. Yet he warns that any pr…
April 11, 2013
North Korea
A New Containment Policy for Iran, North Korea
Rather than seeking regime overthrow in North Korea and Iran, Washington should pursue an updated version of Soviet-era containment policy, says expert Robert Litwak.