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The case for military intervention in Syria

Former US ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker argues that the West should not wait for a single mass atrocity before it intervenes in Syria, as it did in Bosnia. What is the magic number of deaths that will prompt the international community to act? We've already passed 9,000.
Former Secretary of State Warren Christopher passes at 85

Christopher served as Secretary of State during Bill Clinton's first term and was an architect of the 1995 Bosnian peace accords.
Why Israeli settlement construction must stop

Israel's refusal to freeze construction undermines the entire peace process. And peace must succeed. There are no viable alternatives – for Israelis, Palestinians, or the region.
Who will help shape McCain, Obama foreign policy?

Both candidates would likely draw from previous administrations to build their teams.
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Joe the Plumber is now Joe the foreign policy advisor?
US national security's challenge: communication

History shows what happens when agencies don't talk.
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Sending the U.S. to war is not the president's call

That power is Congress's alone; don't hand it over.
The critical pick: secretary of State

The next secretary faces huge challenges. McCain and Obama must choose carefully.