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NATO leaders and partners visit KFOR

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Perception vs. Reality: US Needs to Deliver for Egypt

By Danya Greenfield

Sometimes perception is actually more important than reality. Although the US has appropriated millions of dollars to assist Egypt’s democratic transition—with programs to strengthen the private sector, stimulate economic activity, develop political skills, and encourage civic participation—a recent visit to Cairo confirmed that most Egyptians feel that the United States has done absolutely nothing to support […]

Mind the Cyber Gap? Deterrence in Cyberspace

By Brandon Valeriano

The cyber paranoia mentality continues, spreading through hyperbole and fear.  While cyber conflict is a real problem and an issue of concern, exaggerated claims of insecurity are the order of the day in the cyber security community.

Egypt’s Islamist President Aims to Guarantee Powers Through Majority in Government

By Reem Abdellatif

When Egypt’s President Mohamed Morsi announced on Sunday that he would issue a decree to reinstate parliament, his goal was not just to reel in his presidential authorities from the military, but to secure his campaign promises, according to sources close to the newly elected president. Like any president who belongs to a certain political party, […]

America’s “Please Punch” Pakistan Policy

By Ayesha Jalal

Pakistan’s decision to reopen NATO supply lines after eight months of rancorous exchanges over the killing of 24 of its soldiers by American forces at a border post is a belated exercise in damage control. Precious time has been lost; the few shreds of trust remaining between the two countries have been stretched to the […]

Russia Sends Warships on Maneuvers Near Syria

By Andrew E. Kramer, Reuters

From Andrew E. Kramer, Reuters:  Russia, which seems intent on positioning itself as an increasingly decisive broker in the Syrian crisis, announced on Tuesday that a flotilla of navy vessels had sailed to the Mediterranean Sea and some would dock in the Syrian port of Tartus.

Libya Has Successful Elections but Not Yet Democracy

By Karim Mezran

Nine months after the death of Moammar Gadhafi, the Libyans went to vote for the first time since 1965. Most observers agree this is a major step towards a more pluralistic Libya. The elections were relatively peaceful, free, and fair.