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Reaching Iran through South Africa

Why the most successful route to reaching a nuclear deal with Tehran may be through Pretoria.

The Soft Power of Equal Opportunity

America, like China, will suffer from the inequality fostered by nepotism and cronyism. 

Spinning the Realities of the Reset

Weak reporting in The Washington Post attempts to mask the sad state of U.S.-Russia relations.

Engaging Russia on Iran

To prevent a nuclear Tehran, Obama will have to work with Putin.

Terrorism of a Bygone Era

The Lockerbie bomber's death prompts reflection on a time of rampant, state-sponsored terrorism.

Behind Putin's G-8 Decision

What the Russian president's choice to skip the G-8 summit means for Washington and Moscow.

Set South Korea Free

Washington has kept the ROK dependent for too long. Let Seoul increase its military efforts.

Hard Times for Loyal Opposition

Overall, it was not a good week for democracy.

Hollande and Putin vs. Obama

The White House should expect challenges from the newly elected presidents of France and Russia.

The Realists in Tehran

Conceptions of ideolgical ayatollahs aside, the Iranians have proven they can play a pragmatic geopolitical game in the Caucasus.

The Clash of Eurasian Grand Strategies

China, Russia and the United States must navigate their competing—and conflicting—designs for Central Asia.

Why the Magnitsky Act Makes Sense

Congress has the chance to press for trade reforms that serve U.S. interests and promote global human rights. Why is it postponing?

The Fantasy of Zero Nukes

Obama's nuclear disarmament strategy is misguided and out of sync with current threats.

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May 25, 2012