A leadership crisis has paralyzed South Korean politics, leaving the country vulnerable at a time of regional security concerns, writes CFR's Scott Snyder.
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Iraqi Kurds have enjoyed virtual autonomy for more than two decades, but formal independence might now be within their reach, writes CFR’s Steven A. Cook.
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Kim Jong-un is expected to pose an early test for the incoming Trump administration. CFR's Scott Snyder offers some steps for dealing with Kim's threats.
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In 2016 Russian hackers eclipsed their Chinese counterparts, becoming the primary impetus for U.S. policy discussions about attribution, norms, and deterrence in cyberspace, writes CFR's Adam Segal.
Primary Source: Office of the Director of National Intelligence Background to 'Assessing Russian Activities and Intentions in Recent U.S. Elections'
Around the Web: New York Times How Russian Cyberpower Invaded the United States
Foreign Affairs: Andrei Soldatov How Russian Hacking Works
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