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Appointment of veteran envoy William Burns as new spy chief speaks to Biden’s likely policy approach and priority.
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Germany will not hitch wagons with the Biden administration on any confrontation with Russia.
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Real change in Gulf relations will require still unseen changes in Saudi and Emirati behaviors and policies.
Continue readingBiden’s Security Adviser Gives a Foreign Policy Preview
Incoming National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan suggests shifts in China and Iran policies and more engagement with Russia.
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Iran announces it will produce low-enriched uranium up to 20% while U.S. circles war planes in response to perceived threats.
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Beijing is signaling that the China-Russia partnership should remain close to handle pressure from the U.S.
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