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The White House Didn’t Ignore the Russia Sanctions Law

Why won't Trump tout his record on Russia?

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An Overdue Punishment for Venezuela

Trump punishes Venezuela with a speed that greatly improves on Obama's.

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Iran’s Illicit Missile Imports

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Iranian Regional Hegemony Will Be Financed By the West

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Innocent Abroad: Obama’s Iran Disaster

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Why China Won’t Support “Snapback” Iran Sanctions

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The Administration’s Latest Plan to Get Around Congress on Iran

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A Strategic Retreat for Netanyahu?

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The Sanctions That Scare Putin

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Thinking Long Term on North Korea