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Obama's Export Strategy
Obama's Export Strategy
March 12, 2010 1144 GMT
U.S. President Barack Obama's National Export Initiative may provoke massive unintended consequences. [more]
Iranian Influence in Afghanistan and Turkish Secularism
Iranian Influence in Afghanistan and Turkish Secularism
March 11, 2010 1125 GMT
A fundamental shift is taking place along Iran's borders, while religion threatens to undermine Turkey's secular state. [more]
Pakistan's ISI Chief: When Personalities Matter
Pakistan's ISI Chief: When Personalities Matter
March 10, 2010 1141 GMT
News regarding Pakistan's ISI inspires an examination of that organization and the important role it plays in the jihadist war and U.S.-Pakistan relations. [more]
U.S. Left With No Good Options in Iran
U.S. Left With No Good Options in Iran
March 9, 2010 1151 GMT
After months of failed attempts to bring all members of the P-5+1 on board, the United States continues to find itself in a geopolitical bind in Iran. [more]
Turkey's Challenge
Turkey's Challenge
March 5, 2010 1037 GMT
Prompted by two events that highlight the challenge Turkey faces, STRATFOR looks at the nation's history and examines two options for its future. [more]
Indonesia and the U.S. Effort to Re-Engage Southeast Asia
Indonesia and the U.S. Effort to Re-Engage Southeast Asia
March 4, 2010 1149 GMT
Indonesia's strategic location makes it a critical element in U.S. efforts to revive and strengthen relations with Southeast Asia. [more]
The U.S. Instigates Attempts at Containing Russia
The U.S. Instigates Attempts at Containing Russia
March 3, 2010 1125 GMT
The United States makes some small initial moves in pushing back against Russia's resurgence. [more]
France and Russia Revive Old Geopolitical Links
France and Russia Revive Old Geopolitical Links
March 2, 2010 1200 GMT
Monday's meeting between the presidents of France and Russia reinforced several truths about the geopolitics of the two countries. [more]
The Iranian Saga Continues
The Iranian Saga Continues
February 26, 2010 1156 GMT
Israel, Brazil, the United States and Russia -- among other states -- affect the ongoing global reaction to Iran's nuclear program. [more]
Russia's Modern Oligarchs
Russia's Modern Oligarchs
February 25, 2010 1145 GMT
As Russia emerges from the recent financial crisis, the Kremlin turns to an unlikely group of loyalists to help modernize the economy. [more]
The Iraq Withdrawal and the Rigi Capture
The Iraq Withdrawal and the Rigi Capture
February 24, 2010 1159 GMT
Comments by a top U.S. officer in Iraq suggest the United States is willing to adjust its timetable for withdrawal, while the capture of Abdolmalek Rigi could possibly be the result of a U.S.-Iran negotiation. [more]
Marjah, Pakistan and American Prospects in Afghanistan
Marjah, Pakistan and American Prospects in Afghanistan
February 23, 2010 1108 GMT
The ultimate success of Operation Mushtarak in Afghanistan remains an open question, as does the sincerity and depth of Pakistani offers of assistance to the United States. [more]
Defining Terrorism at Home
Defining Terrorism at Home
February 19, 2010 1100 GMT
A domestic attack on a building in Austin, Texas inspires a debate over the definition of terrorism. [more]
What Baradar's Likely Arrest Says About Pakistani-American Relations
What Baradar's Likely Arrest Says About Pakistani-American Relations
February 17, 2010 1133 GMT
The apparent arrest of Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar provokes questions about a possible shift in Pakistani-American relations. [more]
The Geopolitical Fortunes of Russia and China
The Geopolitical Fortunes of Russia and China
February 16, 2010 1158 GMT
While Israel and Greece court Russia, China weighs its stance on Iran against the American response. [more]
The Geopolitical Significance of Non-Events
The Geopolitical Significance of Non-Events
February 12, 2010 0848 GMT
STRATFOR looks at the aftermath of the highly anticipated anniversary of the Islamic Revolution and the EU Summit. [more]
Germany and Iran: Reconciling History
Germany and Iran: Reconciling History
February 11, 2010 1013 GMT
While Iran juggles foreign and domestic policy issues, Germany attempts to escape its past. [more]
A Seminal Moment for Germany and Iran
A Seminal Moment for Germany and Iran
February 10, 2010 1202 GMT
While Germany debates its move in Europe, Israel pushes for decisive action against Iran. [more]
Turkey: Debating the U.S. Security Umbrella
Turkey: Debating the U.S. Security Umbrella
February 9, 2010 1156 GMT
Washington is looking to Turkey for help, but is finding out this is a different Turkey from the Cold War days. [more]
U.S. Tightens European Alliances and Internet Security
U.S. Tightens European Alliances and Internet Security
February 5, 2010 1107 GMT
While the United States strengthens its alliances in Romania, the NSA and Google consider a partnership. [more]
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