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Emissary
South Korea’s Presidential Frontrunner Calls Himself a Pragmatist. Skeptics Aren’t Convinced.

Whether Lee Jae-myung’s posture is a simple campaign tactic or a precursor to strategic renewal will be consequential for both Korean voters and Washington policymakers.

· May 22, 2025
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Emissary
How to Gauge Whether Trump’s AI Chip Deals With Gulf Countries Are Any Good
· May 16, 2025
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The Hope and Skepticism Around the PKK’s Historic Move to Disarm
  • Garo Paylan
· May 15, 2025
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Gulf Leaders Should Be Concerned About Dueling Narratives During Trump’s Visit
  • Andrew Leber
· May 14, 2025
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Trump’s Mistaken Belief That What Happens Elsewhere Isn’t Washington’s Concern
· May 13, 2025
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FEMA Needs to Change. A New Bill in Congress Shows Promise.
  • Sarah Labowitz
· May 9, 2025
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