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Seeking Substance in Moscow Jul 06, 2009 16:33:16 GMT

In Moscow, President Barack Obama will focus on improving U.S.-Russia relations, which suffered during the final years of the Bush administration. But analysts say moving beyond rhetoric toward substantive change could be complicated by history and competing interests.

A Shaky Iraq's Sovereign Step Jul 01, 2009 16:38:48 GMT

The withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraqi cities was a relatively easy benchmark to meet, analysts say. Many are unsure whether the country can withstand a complete U.S. pullout in less than two years.

Treading Carefully on Iran Jun 24, 2009 17:10:49 GMT

A day after U.S. President Barack Obama harshly condemned Iran's leadership for post-election violence, some analysts believe the United States will have no choice but to scale back promised overtures to the Iranian regime

The Tehran Test Jun 16, 2009 13:59:24 GMT

The Iranian government's response to public uproar over the presidential polls is raising questions about its power base and stability. Experts say the turmoil poses tricky questions for U.S. policymakers hoping to engage Iran's government.

Gauging Hezbollah After the Vote Jun 08, 2009 12:54:47 GMT

A pro-Western coalition appears to have defeated Hezbollah in Lebanon's parliamentary vote, but analysts say the group will likely continue to be a power broker in Lebanese politics.

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Global Assessment Report on Disaster Risk Reduction, 2009 Jun 30, 2009 16:24:22 GMT

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Security Council Meeting on Complex Situation in Afghanistan, June 2009 Jun 30, 2009 16:15:40 GMT

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Press Conference with Gen. Ray Odierno on MNF Forces in Iraq, June 2009 Jun 30, 2009 16:05:38 GMT

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UN Conference on the World Financial and Economic Crisis and Its Impact on Development, 2009: Draft Outcome Document Jun 26, 2009 15:58:16 GMT

Report

Middle East Quartet Statement, June 2009 Jun 26, 2009 13:58:16 GMT

Statement

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Reassessing the Jackson-Vanik Amendment Jul 02, 2009 14:33:01 GMT

Experts say graduating Russia from Cold War-era legislation linked to emigration and trade would be a step toward warming relations with Moscow.

The Six-Party Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Program Jul 01, 2009 18:26:08 GMT

The Six-Party Talks serve as a forum about North Korea's nuclear weapons program, but the negotiations have been riddled by Pyongyang's belligerence and the differing priorities of the participating nations.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Jun 22, 2009 17:01:30 GMT

In the aftermath of the June 2009 presidential election, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has become major to the regime's power projection. Some analysts have seen the guard's hand in a creeping militarization of Iran's domestic policy.

Realigning Pakistan's Security Forces Jun 18, 2009 15:30:05 GMT

Washington is focusing new military aid to Pakistan on strengthening counterinsurgency capabilities. But distrust between the two countries and Islamabad's continued focus on an Indian threat pose challenges, say experts.

Presidential Power in Iran Jun 10, 2009 14:42:52 GMT

Iran's Supreme Leader remains the regime's ultimate authority but controversy surrounding the country's June 12 presidential election has raised new questions about the role and power of the head of state.

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Assistant to Senior Vice President and Director of Studies Jun 04, 2009 13:44:26 GMT

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Media Conference Call: The Obama-Medvedev Summit Jul 01, 2009 20:44:53 GMT

CFR Experts Charles D. Ferguson and Stephen Sestanovich discuss the Obama-Medvedev summit.

Media Conference Call: The Real War in Mexico Jul 01, 2009 15:16:32 GMT

CFR's Shannon O'Neil discusses the challenges Mexico faces in combatting drug cartels. Improving the security situation, she argues, depends on strengthening Mexico's democratic institutions.

Roundtable Series on Public Diplomacy: Moscow, Washington, And The Future Of The Political Opposition In Russia Jun 24, 2009 15:33:34 GMT

Boris Nemtsov discusses the future of Russia's political opposition and the prospects for a robust democracy.

Climate Change And American Foreign Policy: Security Challenges, Diplomatic Opportunities Jun 15, 2009 14:43:49 GMT

Senator John Kerry speaks about global climate change, its implications for global security, and the diplomatic opportunities it presents.

Reflections on Economic Policy in a Time of Crisis Jun 12, 2009 20:39:26 GMT

National Economic Council Director Lawrence H. Summers speaks at CFR about economic policy during the financial crisis. This session was part of the 2009 National Conference which was underwritten by a grant in memory of Peter E. Haas.

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The Centre for International Governance Innovation: Afghanistan: Looking Forward Jul 02, 2009 17:20:31 GMT

Ronald E. Neumann, a former U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan, details the situation there with regards to a range of issues from the promotion of good governance to the development of Afghan national security forces.

WashPost: Iraq: Mission Not Yet Accomplished Jun 30, 2009 14:15:03 GMT

In this opinion piece Jawad Al Bolani, the interior minister of Iraq, writes that the June 30th withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq's major cities is the start of a highly uncertain period for Iraqi democracy rather than a historical endpoint to be celebrated.

Politico: U.S. Must Deloy More Foreign Diplomacy Personnel Jun 25, 2009 12:02:24 GMT

Eight former Secretaries of State jointly argue that national security requires more sufficient personnel in this article on funding for development and diplomacy.

UN Report of the Secretary General: The situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security Jun 23, 2009 16:34:55 GMT

The UN Secretary General's report looks at the situation in Afghanistan in terms of security, development, governance, and human rights.

FP: 1979: The Great Backlash Jun 22, 2009 14:10:26 GMT

This article and interactive timeline highlights the events that made 1979 a seminal year in world history with reverberations still felt, from Iran's Islamic revolution to the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan.

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Seeking Substance in Moscow Jul 06, 2009 16:33:16 GMT

The Centre for International Governance Innovation: Afghanistan: Looking Forward Jul 02, 2009 17:20:31 GMT

Reassessing the Jackson-Vanik Amendment Jul 02, 2009 14:33:01 GMT

Experts say graduating Russia from Cold War-era legislation linked to emigration and trade would be a step toward warming relations with Moscow.

Media Conference Call: The Obama-Medvedev Summit Jul 01, 2009 20:44:53 GMT

CFR Experts Charles D. Ferguson and Stephen Sestanovich discuss the Obama-Medvedev summit.

Obama's Summit in Russia: Which Side 'Blinks' First? Jul 01, 2009 18:31:40 GMT

CFR's top Russia expert, Stephen Sestanovich, says there is a potential for some hard bargaining to take place over arms control at the July 6-8 summit of U.S. and Russian leaders.

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