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Iran Threatens to Break Israel's Gaza Blockade

The confrontation in Gaza could see a dangerous escalation in the coming days as Iran attempts to deliver aid to the coastal strip. By Chris Gelken.

2008: The year Democracy Faltered

The popular and violent uprisings in Greece say much about the ailing state of our democracies. By Michael Werbowski.

In this South Asian Neighborhood, Everyone (Mostly) Gets Along

Indians, Pakistanis and Bangladeshis work to cooperate – despite horrific incidents like Mumbai. By Jordan Hilliard Cooper.

The compelling case of Turkey's constitution

An assessment of the current debate over Turkey's existing constitution in light of EU accession and domestic politics. By Liam Hardy.

Out with the coffins, in with the art

Paris has turned a vast 19th century funeral parlor into a center for contemporary art. By Brent Gregston.

Somalia: A Symbol of the Decaying World Order

This nation of 10 million has been called "the worst humanitarian crisis in the world." By Omer Jama.

A way out of Guantanamo

One of President-elect Barack Obama's top priorities will be following through on his campaign promises to close the US military prison at Guantánamo, which would be a major symbolic achievement. By Christopher Boucek.

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