Middle East
Iraq faces first quiet election in decades. Don't let that fool you.
Amid an increasingly dire water crisis, the country's next prime minister will face an enduring US troop presence and constant tug-of-war over Iran
October 29, 2025
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Asia-Pacific
Central Asia: The blind spot Trump can't afford to ignore
From energy resources to economic growth, the region holds key assets for US foreign policy, trade, and security interests
December 11, 2024
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Will Gen Z change America’s foreign policy towards Israel?
Not just the protests, but myriad polls show a dramatic shift away from unconditional support
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Middle East
Can the US and Iraq move beyond military ties?
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani is in Washington next week with both sides hoping to expand their economic relationship
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