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Asia

Lessons of the Syrian Reactor

The intelligence failures of Iraq seriously constrained policy makers in other areas.

China's Nationalist Heritage

Chinese leaders have reverted to a pre-Communist ideology of national rejuvenation. This could complicate foreign affairs.

Commentary

Syria Part of Aggressive Iranian Strategy

Iran's role in Syria is part of a broader campaign to rebuild the broken regional order on its own terms.

Syria Crosses the Red Line

Obama announces deeper involvement in Syria. What now?

Erdogan as Putin

Turkey's top man is not a true tyrant, but a tyrant of the majority.

Blogs

Anne-Marie Slaughter Conquers Uncertainty

Did Syria use chemical weapons in December? State Department officials aren't sure. But Anne-Marie Slaughter is.

Never Forget the Iraq War

Learning the many lessons of Operation Enduring Freedom—and making sure America does not repeat its mistakes.

Books & Reviews

Lifting the Veil on North Korea

Is North Korea an irrational state or a survivor against all odds?

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June 18, 2013