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[12 Mar 2010 | No Comment | 25 views]

The idea of nuclear disarmament is gaining traction internationally, but countries supporting it must counter the nuclear proliferation risk created by Iran and North Korea, and make sure disarmament treaties include strong verification mechanisms, says former Secretary of State George P. Shultz.

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[12 Mar 2010 | No Comment | 27 views]

This interactive guide explores the past, present, and future of nuclear power, focusing on its unique benefits and risks.

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[11 Mar 2010 | No Comment | 9 views]

A preview of world events in the coming week from CFR.org and Foreign Affairs.

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[11 Mar 2010 | No Comment | 27 views]

An Israeli announcement of more housing construction in East Jerusalem became the focus of Vice President Biden’s Middle East trip, but CFR’s Jacob Walles thinks the “proximity talks” starting next week are a practical, low-risk way to restart negotiations.

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[11 Mar 2010 | No Comment | 26 views]

Vice President Joseph R. Biden, in the Middle East to build support for revived Israeli-Palestinian peace talks, issued a strong denouncement of Israeli plans to build another sixteen hundred housing units in East Jerusalem, which Palestinians see as the capital of a Palestinian state. Commentators included those writing about the bad timing and substance of Israel’s announcement; others speculated about Israel’s stance on Iran and the readiness of both sides for real compromise.