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Syria
China and Iraq Expand Energy and Defense Ties
By Zachary Keck
Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Iraq saw China's focus expand beyond energy cooperation.
“Responsibility to Protect” Can’t Save Syria
By James R. Holmes
R2P is just too sweeping to be practical, including in Syria. It’s time to search for more realistic options.
The Dangers of Excluding Iran From Geneva II
By Zachary Keck
By not inviting Iran to the Syria summit, the UN has guaranteed Tehran will have not stake in its outcome.
China Lifts Ban on Lady Gaga
By Zachary Keck
Plus, President Xi Jinping will attend the Sochi Olympics in Russia. Monday China links.
Why Are Americans Suddenly Pessimistic About the Future of US Power?
By Ankit Panda
Pew Research findings show that isolationism reaches new highs as perceptions of US power reach new lows.
India’s Syria Juggling Act
An invitation to take part in Geneva-II talks may actually force India to choose sides.
US Power Can Withstand Some Dysfunction
By Robert E. Kelly
America has some substantial advantages over its nearest rivals, which won’t quickly be eroded by Washington dysfunction.
Syria and the Capping of Executive War Powers
By Robert E. Kelly
Syria may have been a bridge too far for untrammeled executive war powers. That’s good for democracy.
Does Syria Hold Lessons for North Korea?
Of course there are differences, but could a Syria-like trade work on the peninsula?
Japan May Help Remove Syria’s Chemical Weapons
The Abe administration is considering sending personnel or equipment to OPCW’s Syria mission.
What Iran Really Learned from the Syrian Crisis
Congressional opposition to the US-Russian deal on Syria underscores the scale of Obama’s challenge on Iran.
Why Does China Still Play Second Fiddle?
Despite its achievements, China is not yet ready to take on more responsibility in international affairs.