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International Assistance to the New Libya

sherry — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0400

With the death of Muammar el-Qaddafi, the decimation of his security apparatus, and the election of Prime Minister Abdurraheem el-Keib, Libya is poised to move to a new chapter in its political life.

Capacity and Resolve

jdunton — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The last decade has seen the United States involved in two wars, an ongoing worldwide struggle against terrorism, and more recently a severe economic recession. This period has exposed two great structural challenges facing the United States. First, in a globalized world, vectors of prosperity quickly become vectors of insecurity. And second, the center of gravity in world affairs is shifting to Asia.

Global Forecast 2011

jdunton — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400

A Diminishing Transatlantic Partnership?

jdunton — Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Over the past five decades, the United States, its NATO allies, and other European Union countries have been partners in maintaining transatlantic security and leading contributors to international stability and economic development.

Afghanistan: A Stress Test for Transatlantic Security Cooperation

sherry — Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Afghanistan has become a stress test for transatlantic cooperation in maintaining global stability. European solidarity with the United States in the aftermath of the attacks of September 11, 2001 was strong. However, differences between Washington and most European governments on the nature of

Libya: Managing a Fragile Coalition

mentman — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The members of the broad international coalition implementing the no-fly zone over Libya and military actions to protect civilians from attacks by the Muammar el-Qaddafi regime have differing interests, political sensitivities, and goals. Sustaining the coalition will require a difficult balancing act.

The NATO Summit: Updated Strategy, Phased Transition in Afghanistan, Reset with Russia

ian — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500

On November 19–20, President Obama and the leaders of the 28 member nations of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) will gather in Lisbon, Portugal, to approve an updated strategy, a set of priority military capabilities, plans to strengthen partnerships, and a number of internal reforms all designed to ensure that the alliance is able to safeguard the security of its member

Doing Less with Less? Assessing the Impact of the UK Strategic Defense and Security Review

ian — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Today, the UK government released its much anticipated Strategic Defense and Security Review (SDSR), which sets priorities for national security spending over the coming decade in light of constrained resources and continuing debate over Britain’s role in the world.

The Gaza Flotilla Raid and its Aftermath

ian — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

On May 31, Israeli commandos raided the Turkish ship Mavi Marmara in international waters resulting in the death of at least nine passengers and the temporary detention of several hundred others who were seeking to break Israel’s blockade of Hamas-controlled Gaza. The raid and its aftermath seriously threaten Israeli-Turkish relations, complicate U.S.

Pursuing a Comprehensive Vision for the U.S.-South Korea Alliance

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400

The scope of common interests represented by the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) has expanded as a result of increasing South Korean capabilities to contribute to security and prosperity on and beyond the Korean peninsula.

Turkey's Evolving Dynamics

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Relations between the United States and Turkey stand at a critical juncture. Turkey is a key ally in the advancement of U.S. interests vis-à-vis the Middle East, Eurasia, and global energy diversification. Turkey still sees the United States as its closest ally and wants to be a partner in advancing mutual interests, particularly in its immediate environs.

The NATO Summit Agenda

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Q1: What is the significance of the NATO summit?

Chinese Soft Power and Its Implications for the United States

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400

China has been pursuing its national interests recently through the exercise of “soft power,” as it projects a nonconfrontational face to the developing world.

Alliance Reborn

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500

A new report by four Washington think tanks calls for a reinvigorated Atlantic partnership to tackle global challenges and urgent shifts in NATO strategy in Afghanistan and relations with Russi

Alliance Reborn

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500

We have an open but fleeting moment to forge a more effective Atlantic partnership. We must seize it now. European and North American allies have allowed their relations become discordant, yet the times demand vigor and unity.

Russia's Reengagement in the Western Hemisphere

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Q1: What is the significance of Russia’s engagement with Venezuela?

A1: The deepening political, economic, and military relations between Russia and Venezuela are somewhat opportunistic, but they do involve a strategic interest that the two governments share: challenging U.S. hemispheric and global leadership.

Turkey's Shifting Dynamics

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400

For more than half a century, a sound relationship with Turkey has been central to U.S. interests in Eurasia and the Middle East and to creating new strategic opportunities for the United States and its NATO allies. Yet, fundamental changes in that country and neighborhood have altered how Turks view and pursue their interests.

Turkey and the West: At a Strategic Crossroads in Global Forecast: the Top Security Challenges of 2008

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500

A sound relationship with Turkey is central to advancing a broad range of U.S. interests in Eurasia and the Middle East. Profound changes in Turkish politics and society—reflected in the dramatic 2007 electoral victories of the Justice and Development Party (AKP)—as well as shifts in relations with neighbors have altered many Turks’ views of their national interests.

Turkey and the West in Global Forecast: The Top Security Challenges of 2008

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Turkey's Military Options for Dealing with the PKK

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Kurdish Workers Party (PKK), a group the United States, the European Union, and Turkey consider a terrorist organization, has been staging attacks in Turkey from camps in the mountainous border regions in northern Iraq for three decades.

"Why Moscow is Threatening to Suspend Conventional Forces Treaty," Atlantic Outlook Vol. 1 No. 3

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Topics covered in this issue of Atlantic Outlook:

Support Grows for Keeping Stronger U.S. Force in Europe
Why Moscow Is Threatening to Suspend Conventional Forces Treaty
After Election Victory, Turkish Leader Faces New EU Challenges
Blair Has a Long Shot at Achieving Middle East Progress
And More.