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However, in my view, among the greatest strategic risks within the Middle East remains the ongoing ambiguity associated with U.S. commitment to our regional allies--and the region itself.

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Adam Smith highlights risks to U.S. interests in the Middle East due to ambiguous commitments.

03/05/2013

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