Director of Strategic Intelligence Reva Bhalla examines the prospects for Iraq now that U.S. troops have left and the hope of a new dawn looks increasingly improbable as sectarian divisions intensify and the Shia seek to consolidate their grip on the country.

Senior Eurasia Analyst Lauren Goodrich examines Russia's likely entrance into the World Trade Organization and how its membership may not be the global game-changer many expect it to be.

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Analyst Eugene Chausovsky explains Russia's motives in calling for an energy dialogue with the European Union to discuss the Third Energy Package.
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The Baltic states' dependence on Russia for energy supplies has shaped the region's energy infrastructure, but that could change should the countries agree on an energy development project.

Vice President of Analysis Peter Zeihan explains how OPEC's role has changed over time and why Saudi Arabia is the kingpin of the organization.

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As another deadline for the completion of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant passes, analyst Reva Bhalla examines the complexities in the Iran-Russia relationship.

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Director of Analysis Reva Bhalla examines the challenges ahead for the Libyan oil sector.

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Vice President of Analysis Peter Zeihan examines the potential challenges facing the Polish shale gas industry.

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Analyst Eugene Chausovsky examines the current politics of energy infrastructure from the Caucasus region to central Europe as the European Union seeks alternatives to Russia.

Analyst Kamran Bokhari examines a new oil deal between Saudi Arabia and India, which is a Saudi attempt to exploit crude oil payment dispute between Iran and India.

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