The fate of the BRICS, France in the Levant, and more.

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** January 2, 2025
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A Better Chance Without France?
by Kamran Bokhari

Despite its long history of presence in the Levant, Paris lacks the diplomatic capacity to help broker regional peace agreements. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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How Should the U.S. Navigate the Syrian Minefield?
by Ariel Cohen

Washington should not rush to remove sanctions and terrorist designations until the new government proves its commitment to democracy and pluralism. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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The Kurds Are America’s Best Bet in Syria
by Matt Cookson

Political pressure, sanctions, and withholding military tech are just some of the tools President-elect Trump can use to pressure Turkey to end its war against the Kurds. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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The Fate of the BRICS Under a Second Donald Trump Administration
by Rimon Tanvir Hossain

Trump's re-entry to the White House may accelerate common cause within the anti-Western bloc. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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Identity Politics Is Holding up Balkan Energy Development
by Max Primorac

By tying an energy project to a certain vision of Bosnian national identity, Washington is inadvertently helping Chinese and Russian interests. Read it here ([link removed]) .

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