E-Notes

E-Notes are policy-oriented articles covering current developments around the globe that impinge upon American foreign policy and national security priorities. 

Palestinian Security Reform: A Moment of Truth

Ineffective, Unprofessional, and Corrupt: The Afghan National Police Challenge

Iran: Looking Ahead to Reform?

Reflections on Memorial Day

On Monday, we will mark the 141st anniversary of the first official observation of the holiday we now call Memorial Day, as established by General John A. Logan’s “General Order No. 11” of the Grand Army of the Republic...

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Understanding the Surge in Iraq and What’s Ahead

How Somali Pirates Could Take Obama Hostage

U.S.-European Relations 2009

What to Do About Piracy?

A Tale of Two Crises

America’s Broken Interagency