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Carla B. Abdo-Katsipis The latest exchange between Washington and Tehran may ultimately be remembered less for the missiles that were launched than for the strategic questions they raised across the Arabian Peninsula. Following renewed American strikes inside Iran, Tehran responded by targeting facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait while simultaneously placing the region on notice that… Read more
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Carla B. Abdo-Katsipis For decades, American presidents have sought to convince allies and adversaries alike that U.S. foreign policy rests on enduring national interests rather than the preferences of any single leader. That credibility has long been one of Washington’s greatest strategic assets. Today, however, the distinction between American strategy and presidential personality is becoming… Read more
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