Subscribe to this tag In the Troubled Middle East, Obama Will Confront Multiple Crises
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 19, 2008
The list of challenges is long: Iran, the Israeli-Palestinian dispute, Syria, and a damaged U.S. brand.
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Learn Russian
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 18, 2008
The former Cold War superpower is starting to flex its geopolitical muscles again.
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Arctic Ice Melting at Alarming Pace as Temperatures Rise
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 16, 2008
New studies show that the region is warming even faster than many scientists had feared.
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European Nations 'Expect a Lot' From an Obama Presidency
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 8, 2008
Officials have long list of issues to fix, from climate change to arms control, after rocky Bush years.
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Obama Will Change Cuba Policy—But How?
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 5, 2008
A first step: easing some of the tough Bush restrictions and, maybe, expanding a dialogue.
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Chinese Blame U.S. Policies for Financial Crisis During Economic Talks
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 4, 2008
U.S. and Chinese officials are meeting to discuss improved coordination.
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How China, an Emerging Superpower, Will Test the Obama Administration
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 3, 2008
An economic partner, yes, but also a rival for resources and global influence.
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By Tapping Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State, Obama Sends Reassuring Signal to Military
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 1, 2008
Many members of the president-elect's new national security team have long ties to the U.S. military.
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Why Russia May Become A Big Problem for Barack Obama
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - December 1, 2008
The Kremlin is less inclined to make nice, though the economic downturn may crimp Moscow's ambitions.
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Selling Syria to a Skeptical American Audience
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 28, 2008
Imad Moustapha, Syria's ambassador in Washington, says a recent U.S. raid stifled a diplomatic opening.
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Obama Faces Tough Task of Containing North Korea's Nuclear Breakout
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 25, 2008
He inherits a troublesome foe that dramatically expanded plutonium production during the Bush years.
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America's Best Leaders: Jeffrey Sachs, Columbia University Economist
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 19, 2008
An academic who looks for real-world ways to beat global poverty.
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Economic Crisis Summit With Low Expectations Yields Some Consensus on Reform
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 17, 2008
G-20 countries resist the temptation to grandstand against the United States, and lay out a broad plan.
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The World Obama Inherits: Iran’s Nuclear Challenge
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 14, 2008
Tehran's apparent pursuit of nuclear weapons will test Obama's faith in power of diplomacy.
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For Obama: How to Manage Russia, Iran?
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 12, 2008
French foreign minister sees new opportunities.
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Too Many Countries Are Included in the Economic Crisis Summit, France Says
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 12, 2008
Analysts agree there may be too many conflicting agendas to get much resolved.
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What to Expect From the Economic Crisis Summit
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 12, 2008
A historic gathering, yes, but much of the critical work will come in its aftermath.
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Obama and the World: the Challenges He Will Face
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 7, 2008
He inherits a deeply troubled foreign policy legacy from the Bush administration.
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Amid Economic Crisis, United Nations Trying to Keep Focus on Food, Poverty, Climate Crises
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - November 3, 2008
Key U.N. adviser describes effort to make sure global financial meltdown does not hurt aid efforts.
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America's Power Is Most Certainly Not Declining, Says Key U.S. Diplomat
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - October 30, 2008
Once an administration critic, the State Department's Eliot Cohen says U.S. stature is not at risk.
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What Syria's Ambassador Says About the U.S. Military Raid
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - October 29, 2008
Claims attack killed civilians, not senior Al Qaeda in Iraq operative.
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Is America Really On the Decline?
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - October 29, 2008
Financial crisis. Two wars. Rising rivals. And talk about whether the American era is coming to an end.
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Global Economic Crisis: What the November 15 Summit Is Really About
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - October 23, 2008
Reform means the United States will cede some of its power.
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Bush Administration Explores Possible Opening With Long-Shunned Syria
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - October 15, 2008
Syrian and U.S. officials hold two high-level meetings as Damascus shows new signs of moderation.
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Does Financial Crisis Threaten America's Central Role in Global Economy?
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Thomas Omestad
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Nation & World - October 10, 2008
Wall Street prompts speculation from adversaries and allies about an end to U.S. economic primacy.
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