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1 Aug 2014

The author of this article argues that the US should not retreat from its high profile role in the Middle East. The author contends that through remaining engaged, Washington will 1) aid the US’ quest for energy independence; 2) facilitate its relations with a troubled Saudi Arabia; and 3) possibly improve its ties with Iran, at the expense of China.

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Author Josef Braml
Series ISN Articles
Publisher International Relations and Security Network (ISN)
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