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Report from Iran  
Mohammad Javad Ardashir Larijani, David C. Speedie 11/23/11
Dr. Larijani, Iran's secretary general of the High Council for Human Rights, describes Iran's system as a "democratic structure based on Islamic rationality," and engages in a sometimes heated discussion with the audience on nuclear weapons and human rights in Iran.

Towards a More Robust Public Policy Environment in the Middle East  
Jon B. Alterman, David C. Speedie 11/15/11
Dr. Alterman describes the principal challenges for the Arab Middle East states as "developing human capital and strengthening public policy environments." In aspiring to these, he calls for patience and long-haul commitment, even restraint, from Western donor sources.

Illusions of Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism  
Louise Richardson, David C. Speedie 11/02/11
"It's time that we got ourselves out of this false sense of insecurity and realize that terrorism is here to stay, it will never pose an existential threat to this country, and the biggest threat it poses to us is that we will work ourselves into overreacting to the threat that it poses us."

Jackson-Vanik: Time for Reconsideration?  
Randi Levinas, Jack F. Matlock, Stephen Sestanovich, David C. Speedie 09/21/11
The Jackson-Vanik amendment has been imposed on Russia for 37 years. Is it time for repeal?

What Should be the Next Phase in U.S.-Russia Relations?  
Thomas E. Graham, Nikolas K. Gvosdev 09/09/11
Reflecting on U.S.-Russia relations, Thomas Graham and Nikolas Gvosdev agree that there is an urgent need to find a common strategic purpose that suits the interests of both the U.S. and Russia.

The Current Status and Prospects for the U.S.-Russia Relationship  
Angela Stent 08/24/11
The U.S.-Russia relationship is never linear and never always smooth sailing, says Stent. What are the achievements of the reset policy and what remains to be achieved? How can we maintain the momentum that we have now in this relationship and not let it slip again?

The Collapse of the Soviet Union: Thoughts on the 20th Anniversary  
Jack F. Matlock 08/24/11
U.S. Ambassador to the USSR Jack Matlock explodes some myths that are current in the United States, in Russia, and in Europe about just how and when the Cold War ended and how and when the Soviet Union collapsed.

Education for Employment Foundation: New Opportunities for Middle East Youth  
Ronald Bruder, David C. Speedie 07/28/11
Carnegie Council's David Speedie and Ronald Bruder, founder of the Education for Employment Foundation, discuss the Foundation's work in providing job training for at-risk youth in Arab Muslim countries, and also the impact of the Arab Spring.

Rise of the Rest IV: Critical Regions in Crisis  
Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Devin T. Stewart, Dov Waxman 05/27/11
Optimistic and bleak by turns, a panel of experts analyzes the dilemmas facing the rising and existing powers--from protests across the Middle East, to the earthquake and nuclear disaster in Japan, to rising food and oil prices across the world.

Anatol Lieven on Pakistan  
Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie 05/02/11
Pakistan expert Anatol Lieven unravels Pakistan's troubled and complex relationships with the U.S., Afghanistan, the Taliban, and its own army--and adds a special note on what bin Laden's death means for U.S.-Pakistan relations.

Media in Contemporary Russia  
Nargiz Asadova, Pavel Nikolaevich Gusev, Mikhail Gusman, Mikhail Kotov, Azer Mursaliev, Mikhail Ponomarev, David C. Speedie 03/16/11
What is the current situation of journalism in Russia today, where 70 percent of media is owned by the state? The Council welcomes a delegation of Russia's media leaders for a frank discussion.

Putting Middle East Youth to Work: Partnering with Business to Turn a Youth Tsunami into an Asset  
Ronald Bruder, Jasmine Nahhas di Florio 01/03/11
Founder and CEO Ron Bruder and VP Jasmine Nahhas di Florio introduce Education for Employment Foundation, an NGO that creates employment opportunities for youth in the Middle East and North Africa. Five programs are underway: Egypt, Jordan, West Bank/Gaza, Morocco, and Yemen.

Can Obama Please Both Arabs and Israelis? What the Polls and History Tell Us  
Shibley Telhami 10/14/10
Despite Obama's rhetoric, most Arabs still see America through the prism of pain of the Arab-Israeli conflict, says Telhami, and a majority of Arabs and Israelis no longer believe peace is possible. Both the Arabs and the Israelis need to put public opinion aside and build an agreement.

The Frugal Superpower: America's Global Leadership in a Cash-Strapped Era  
Michael Mandelbaum 10/12/10
Michael Mandelbaum says that in this age of soaring deficits, the era marked by an expansive U.S. foreign policy is coming to an end. He recommends a new policy, centered on a reduction in the nation's dependence on foreign oil.

Pakistan, the United States, and the West: David Speedie Interviews Anatol Lieven  
Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie 10/05/10
Anatol Lieven discusses Pakistan's surprising degree of stability; the role of the army and ISI; the drug trade; and Pakistan's relationship with the U.S., Afghanistan, and other countries, including India, China, and Russia.

Beyond the NPT  
Roald Sagdeev, Frank von Hippel 06/30/10
Doctors Roald Sagdeev and Frank von Hippel have collaborated for decades on nuclear arms control and nonproliferation between the U.S. and the USSR. They discuss their work and their insights for the future arms control agenda.

After START--What Next? David Speedie Interviews Jayantha Dhanapala  
Jayantha Dhanapala, David C. Speedie 05/25/10
Jayantha Dhanapala, former under-secretary-general for Disarmament Affairs at the UN, gives his views on "getting to zero" on nuclear weapons.

Sebastian Junger and David Speedie on Afghanistan (NEWSWEEK On Air Interview)  
Sebastian Junger, David C. Speedie 05/07/10
Sebastian Junger recounts some of his experiences while embedded with U.S. troops in Afghanistan. Referring to a recent Carnegie Council panel, David Speedie discusses the ethics of withdrawal, given that the U.S. has set a timetable for leaving and is in negotiations with the Taliban.

Recent Advances in the Prevention of Mass Violence  
David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie 03/29/10
How can we prevent mass violence? Drawing on insights from leaders in the field, David Hamburg identifies the clear warnings that always appear long before genocide erupts and the critical points of entry for early help to countries with troubled intergroup relations.

Rise of the Rest III: Climate Change, Energy, and Global Governance after the Financial Crisis  
Craig Charney, Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Parag Khanna, Stephen B. Young, David C. Speedie, Devin T. Stewart 03/17/10
This panel focuses on global governance since the financial crisis, in particular on climate change, energy security, and issues of consensus, common ethics, and trust. 

Prospects for Arms Control in the Obama Administration: An Interview with John Isaacs  
John Isaacs, David C. Speedie 12/11/09
John Isaacs, Executive Director of the Council for a Livable World, discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda.

Prospects for Arms Control in the Obama Administration  
John Isaacs 12/10/09
John Isaacs discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda.

Afghanistan Briefing  
Jeffrey D. McCausland, Joel H. Rosenthal, David C. Speedie 11/06/09
"Afghanistan makes Iraq look easy," says U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Senior Fellow Dr. McCausland. His comprehensive and evenhanded briefing analyzes the situation on the ground and the possible consequences of sending more troops.

Future Challenges: The UN and the UNA. David Speedie Interviews Ambassador Thomas Miller  
Thomas J. Miller, David C. Speedie 11/02/09
President and CEO of the UN Association of the USA, Ambassador Miller discusses the U.S. role in the world and the power of grass roots commitment. Citizens can change policy by reminding leaders of their obligations on issues such as climate change.

David Speedie Interviews Baroness Shirley Williams: A View from the United Kingdom on Transatlantic Relations  
Shirley Williams, David C. Speedie 10/20/09
In a wide-ranging conversation, Baroness Williams discusses the Obama administration's foreign policy; the situation in Afghanistan and in Iran; U.S. and British politics, including voter representation and corruption; and her work on nuclear disarmament.

Russia and U.S.-Russia Relations: David Speedie Interviews Ambassador Thomas Pickering  
Thomas R. Pickering 07/10/09
Ambassador Thomas Pickering discusses Russia's role in the unfolding events in Iran and other potential areas of cooperation between Russia and the United States, including missile defense and NATO enlargement.

After President Obama's Visit to Europe: U.S. Relations with the EU, NATO, and Russia  
Karsten Voigt, David C. Speedie 05/11/09
Distinguished German statesman Karsten Voigt discusses the German political mindset, which grew out of its situation after World War II; Obama's popularity in Germany; and U.S.-German relations in the context of the EU, NATO, and Russia.

Prospects for U.S.-Russia Relations  
H.E. Mr. Sergey Kislyak 04/28/09
Russian Ambassador H.E. Mr. Kislyak's comprehensive talk includes his thoughts on U.S.-Russia relations, nuclear proliferation, and Russia today. He also gives us the Russian perspective on the conflict with Georgia.

A Conversation with David Hamburg: The Commitment to Prevention  
David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie 03/23/09
David Speedie interviews David Hamburg on the prevention agenda of the Carnegie Corporation of New York and its legacy of preventing interstate conflict, genocide, and threats to global health.

A Conversation on NATO  
Robert Hunter, David C. Speedie 12/22/08
The post-Cold War NATO has expanded, both in mission and membership. In each instance, problems have arisen with Russia. What are the lessons to be learned from these stresses, and what are NATO's prospects?

Iran and the United States: David Speedie Interviews Gary Sick  
Gary Sick, David C. Speedie 11/21/08
The Bush administration has been toying with the idea of talking to Iran for the last two years. With the arrival of Obama, now the question is not "should we," but how do we go about doing it?

David Speedie Interviews Ted Sorensen  
Ted Sorensen, David C. Speedie 11/14/08
"A president who doesn't go to war may show more courage than one who does," said JFK. In a wide-ranging conversation, Sorensen discusses JFK, Cuba, and Vietnam; the 2008 Russia/Georgia conflict; McCain's idea of a League of Nations; and the promise of Obama.

Russia and Georgia: How Did We Get There and What's Next? David Speedie Interviews Oksana Antonenko  
Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie 10/29/08
This conflict started from the ethnic conflict between the Georgians and South Ossetians, which has a long history, and it also started with Georgian aggression.

Russia and Georgia: How Did We Get There and What's Next?  
Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie 10/24/08
Georgia and Russia expert Oksana Antonenko discusses the history behind the headlines, and what the future may bring to this troubled region.

Audio

Report from Iran  
Mohammad Javad Ardashir Larijani, David C. Speedie 11/30/11
Dr. Larijani, Iran's secretary general of the High Council for Human Rights, describes Iran's system as a "democratic structure based on Islamic rationality," and engages in a sometimes heated discussion with the audience on nuclear weapons and human rights in Iran.

Toward a More Robust Public Policy Environment in the Middle East  
Jon B. Alterman, David C. Speedie 11/15/11
Dr. Alterman describes the principal challenges for the Arab Middle East states as "developing human capital and strengthening public policy environments." In aspiring to these, he calls for patience and long-haul commitment, even restraint, from Western donor sources.

Illusions of Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism  
Louise Richardson, David C. Speedie 11/02/11
"It's time that we got ourselves out of this false sense of insecurity and realize that terrorism is here to stay, it will never pose an existential threat to this country, and the biggest threat it poses to us is that we will work ourselves into overreacting to the threat that it poses us."

Jackson-Vanik: Time for Reconsideration?  
Randi Levinas, Jack F. Matlock, Stephen Sestanovich, David C. Speedie 09/21/11
The Jackson-Vanik amendment has been imposed on Russia for 37 years. Is it time for repeal?

Education for Employment Foundation: New Opportunities for Middle East Youth  
Ronald Bruder, David C. Speedie 07/25/11
Carnegie Council's David Speedie and Ronald Bruder, founder of the Education for Employment Foundation, discuss the Foundation's work in providing job training for at-risk youth in Arab Muslim countries, and also the impact of the Arab Spring.

Rise of the Rest IV: Critical Regions in Crisis  
Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Devin T. Stewart, Dov Waxman 05/31/11
Optimistic and bleak by turns, a panel of experts analyzes the dilemmas facing the rising and existing powers--from protests across the Middle East, to the earthquake and nuclear disaster in Japan, to rising food and oil prices across the world.

Anatol Lieven on Pakistan  
Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie 04/28/11
Pakistan expert Anatol Lieven unravels Pakistan's troubled and complex relationships with the U.S., Afghanistan, the Taliban, and its own army--and adds a special note on what bin Laden's death means for U.S.-Pakistan relations.

Media in Contemporary Russia  
Nargiz Asadova, Pavel Nikolaevich Gusev, Mikhail Gusman, Mikhail Kotov, Azer Mursaliev, Mikhail Ponomarev, David C. Speedie 03/11/11
What is the current situation of journalism in Russia today, where 70 percent of media is owned by the state? The Council welcomes a delegation of Russia's media leaders for a frank discussion.

Putting Middle East Youth to Work: Partnering with Business to Turn a Youth Tsunami into an Asset  
Ronald Bruder, Jasmine Nahhas di Florio, David C. Speedie 12/14/10
Founder and CEO Ron Bruder and VP Jasmine Nahhas di Florio introduce Education for Employment Foundation, an NGO that creates employment opportunities for youth in the Middle East and North Africa. Five programs are underway: Egypt, Jordan, West Bank/Gaza, Morocco, and Yemen.

Can Obama Please Both Arabs and Israelis? What the Polls and History Tell Us  
Shibley Telhami 10/08/10
Despite Obama's rhetoric, most Arabs still see America through the prism of pain of the Arab-Israeli conflict, says Telhami, and a majority of Arabs and Israelis no longer believe peace is possible. Both the Arabs and the Israelis need to put public opinion aside and build an agreement.

The Frugal Superpower: America's Global Leadership in a Cash-Strapped Era  
Michael Mandelbaum 10/08/10
Michael Mandelbaum says that in this age of soaring deficits, the era marked by an expansive U.S. foreign policy is coming to an end. He recommends a new policy, centered on a reduction in the nation's dependence on foreign oil.

Pakistan, the United States, and the West: David Speedie Interviews Anatol Lieven  
Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie 09/29/10
Anatol Lieven discusses Pakistan's surprising degree of stability; the role of the army and ISI; the drug trade; and Pakistan's relationship with the U.S., Afghanistan, and other countries, including India, China, and Russia.

Beyond the NPT  
Roald Sagdeev, Frank von Hippel 06/25/10
Doctors Roald Sagdeev and Frank von Hippel have collaborated for decades on nuclear arms control and nonproliferation between the U.S. and the USSR. They discuss their work and their insights for the future arms control agenda.

After START--What Next? David Speedie Interviews Jayantha Dhanapala  
Jayantha Dhanapala, David C. Speedie 05/18/10
Jayantha Dhanapala, former Under-Secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs at the UN, gives his views on "getting to zero" on nuclear weapons.

Sebastian Junger and David Speedie on Afghanistan (NEWSWEEK On Air Interview)  
Sebastian Junger, David C. Speedie 05/05/10
Sebastian Junger recounts some of his experiences while embedded with U.S. troops in Afghanistan. Referring to a recent Carnegie Council panel, David Speedie discusses the ethics of withdrawal, given that the U.S. has set a timetable for leaving and is in negotiations with the Taliban.   

Recent Advances in the Prevention of Mass Violence  
David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie 03/26/10
How can we prevent mass violence? Drawing on insights from leaders in the field, David Hamburg identifies the clear warnings that always appear long before genocide erupts and the critical points of entry for early help to countries with troubled intergroup relations.

Rise of the Rest III: Climate Change, Energy, and Global Governance after the Financial Crisis  
Craig Charney, Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Parag Khanna, Devin T. Stewart, Stephen B. Young 03/12/10
This panel focuses on global governance since the financial crisis, in particular on climate change, energy security, and issues of consensus, common ethics, and trust.

Prospects for Arms Control in the Obama Administration: An Interview with John Isaacs  
John Isaacs, David C. Speedie 12/04/09
John Isaacs, Executive Director of the Council for a Livable World, discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda.

Prospects for Arms Control in the Obama Administration  
John Isaacs 12/04/09
John Isaacs discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda.

Afghanistan Briefing  
Jeffrey D. McCausland, Joel H. Rosenthal, David C. Speedie 10/30/09
"Afghanistan makes Iraq look easy," says U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Dr. McCausland. His comprehensive and evenhanded briefing analyzes the situation on the ground and the possible consequences of sending more troops.

Future Challenges: The UN and the UNA. David Speedie Interviews Ambassador Thomas Miller  
Thomas J. Miller, David C. Speedie 10/30/09
President and CEO of the UN Association of the USA, Ambassador Miller discusses the U.S. role in the world and the power of grass roots commitment. Citizens can change policy by reminding leaders of their obligations on issues such as climate change.

David Speedie Interviews Baroness Shirley Williams: A View from the United Kingdom on Transatlantic Relations  
Shirley Williams, David C. Speedie 10/16/09
In a wide-ranging conversation, Baroness Williams discusses the Obama administration's foreign policy; the situation in Afghanistan and in Iran; U.S. and British politics, including voter representation and corruption; and her work on nuclear disarmament.

Russia and U.S.-Russia Relations: David Speedie Interviews Ambassador Thomas Pickering  
Thomas R. Pickering, David C. Speedie 07/09/09
Ambassador Thomas Pickering discusses Russia's role in the unfolding events in Iran and other potential areas of cooperation between Russia and the United States, including missile defense and NATO enlargement.

After President Obama's Visit to Europe: U.S. Relations with the EU, NATO, and Russia  
Karsten Voigt 05/08/09
Karsten Voigt discusses the German political mindset, which grew out of its situation after World War II; Obama's popularity in Germany; and U.S.-German relations in the context of the EU, NATO, and Russia.

Prospects for U.S.-Russia Relations  
H.E. Mr. Sergey Kislyak 04/23/09
Russian Ambassador H.E. Mr. Kislyak's comprehensive talk includes his thoughts on U.S.-Russia relations, nuclear proliferation, and Russia today. He also gives us the Russian perspective on the conflict with Georgia.

A Conversation with David Hamburg: The Commitment to Prevention  
David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie 03/12/09
David Speedie interviews David Hamburg on the prevention agenda of the Carnegie Corporation of New York and its legacy of preventing interstate conflict, genocide, and threats to global health.

A Conversation on NATO  
Robert Hunter, David C. Speedie 12/10/08
The post-Cold War NATO has expanded, both in mission and membership. In each instance, problems have arisen with Russia. What are the lessons to be learned from these stresses, and what are NATO's prospects?

Iran and the United States: David Speedie Interviews Gary Sick  
Gary Sick, David C. Speedie 11/12/08
The Bush administration has been toying with the idea of talking to Iran for the last two years. With the arrival of Obama, now the question is not "should we," but how do we go about doing it?

David Speedie Interviews Ted Sorensen  
Ted Sorensen, David C. Speedie 11/07/08
"A president who doesn't go to war may show more courage than one who does," said JFK. In a wide-ranging conversation, Sorensen discusses JFK, Cuba, and Vietnam; the 2008 Russia/Georgia conflict; McCain's idea of a League of Nations; and the promise of Obama.

Russia and Georgia: How Did We Get There and What's Next? David Speedie Interviews Oksana Antonenko  
Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie 10/28/08
Russia and Georgia expert Oksana Antonenko discusses the August 2008 conflict in Georgia, the history of the region, and what the future may bring.

Russia and Georgia: How Did We Get There and What's Next?  
Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie 10/16/08
Georgia and Russia expert Oksana Antonenko and Carnegie Council Senior Fellow David Speedie discuss the history behind the headlines and what the future may bring to this troubled region.

David Speedie Interviews Jack Matlock on Russia  
Jack F. Matlock, David C. Speedie 08/12/08
Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews former U.S. ambassador Jack Matlock on U.S. relations with Russia: how they evolved, current policy problems, and what is needed to get back on the right track.

David Speedie Interviews Susan Eisenhower  
Susan Eisenhower, David C. Speedie 08/06/08
Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Eisenhower and USSR and Russian specialist, about Russia's current place in the world and its relations with other countries.

Video

Anatol Lieven on Pakistan  
Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie 12/06/11
Pakistan expert Anatol Lieven unravels Pakistan's troubled and complex relationships with the U.S., Afghanistan, the Taliban, and its own army--and adds this special note on what bin Laden's death means for U.S.-Pakistan relations.

Toward a More Robust Public Policy Environment in the Middle East  
Jon B. Alterman, David C. Speedie 11/28/11
Dr. Alterman describes the principal challenges for the Arab Middle East states as "developing human capital and strengthening public policy environments." In aspiring to these, he calls for patience and long-haul commitment, even restraint, from Western donor sources.

Illusions of Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism  
Louise Richardson, David C. Speedie 11/22/11
"It's time that we got ourselves out of this false sense of insecurity and realize that terrorism is here to stay, it will never pose an existential threat to this country, and the biggest threat it poses to us is that we will work ourselves into overreacting to the threat that it poses us."

Jackson-Vanik: Time for Reconsideration?  
Randi Levinas, Jack F. Matlock, Stephen Sestanovich, David C. Speedie 09/27/11
The Jackson-Vanik amendment has been imposed on Russia for 37 years. Is it time for repeal?

Education for Employment Foundation: New Opportunities for Middle East Youth  
Ronald Bruder, David C. Speedie 08/10/11
Carnegie Council's David Speedie and Ronald Bruder, founder of the Education for Employment Foundation, discuss the Foundation's work in providing job training for at-risk youth in Arab Muslim countries, and also the impact of the Arab Spring.

Rise of the Rest IV: Critical Regions in Crisis  
Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Devin T. Stewart, Dov Waxman, David C. Speedie 05/19/11
Optimistic and bleak by turns, a panel of experts analyzes the dilemmas facing the rising and existing powers--from protests across the Middle East, to the earthquake and nuclear disaster in Japan, to rising food and oil prices across the world.

Can Obama Please Both Arabs and Israelis? What the Polls and History Tell Us  
Shibley Telhami 03/16/11
Despite Obama's rhetoric, most Arabs still see America through the prism of pain of the Arab-Israeli conflict, says Telhami, and a majority of Arabs and Israelis no longer believe peace is possible. Both the Arabs and the Israelis need to put public opinion aside and build an agreement.

Media in Contemporary Russia  
Nargiz Asadova, Pavel Nikolaevich Gusev, Mikhail Gusman, Mikhail Kotov, Azer Mursaliev, Mikhail Ponomarev 03/01/11
What is the current situation of journalism in Russia today, where 70 percent of media is owned by the state? The Council welcomes a delegation of Russia's media leaders for a frank discussion.

Putting Middle East Youth to Work: Partnering with Business to Turn a Youth Tsunami into an Asset  
Ronald Bruder, Jasmine Nahhas di Florio 02/02/11
Founder and CEO Ron Bruder and VP Jasmine Nahhas di Florio introduce Education for Employment Foundation, an NGO that creates employment opportunities for youth in the Middle East and North Africa. Five programs are underway: Egypt, Jordan, West Bank/Gaza, Morocco, and Yemen.

The Frugal Superpower: America's Global Leadership in a Cash-Strapped Era  
Michael Mandelbaum 10/20/10
Michael Mandelbaum says that in this age of soaring deficits, the era marked by an expansive U.S. foreign policy is coming to an end. He recommends a new policy, centered on a reduction in the nation's dependence on foreign oil.

Pakistan, the United States, and the West: David Speedie Interviews Anatol Lieven  
Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie 09/21/10
Anatol Lieven discusses Pakistan's surprising degree of stability; the role of the army and ISI; the drug trade; and Pakistan's relationship with the U.S., Afghanistan, and other countries, including India, China, and Russia.

Beyond the NPT  
Roald Sagdeev, Frank von Hippel 07/21/10
Doctors Roald Sagdeev and Frank von Hippel have collaborated for decades on nuclear arms control and nonproliferation between the U.S. and the USSR. They discuss their work and their insights for the future arms control agenda.

After START--What Next? David Speedie Interviews Jayantha Dhanapala  
Jayantha Dhanapala, David C. Speedie 06/02/10
Jayantha Dhanapala, former Under-Secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs at the UN, gives his views on "getting to zero" on nuclear weapons.

Future Challenges: The UN and the UNA. David Speedie Interviews Ambassador Thomas Miller  
Thomas J. Miller, David C. Speedie 03/29/10
President and CEO of the UN Association of the USA, Ambassador Miller discusses the U.S. role in the world and the power of grass roots commitment. Citizens can change policy by reminding leaders of their obligations on issues such as climate change.

Recent Advances in the Prevention of Mass Violence  
David A. Hamburg 03/23/10
How can we prevent mass violence? Drawing on insights from leaders in the field, David Hamburg identifies the clear warnings that always appear long before genocide erupts and the critical points of entry for early help to countries with troubled intergroup relations

Rise of the Rest III: Climate Change, Energy, and Global Governance after the Financial Crisis  
Craig Charney, Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Parag Khanna, Stephen B. Young, David C. Speedie, Devin T. Stewart 03/09/10
This panel focuses on global governance since the financial crisis, in particular on climate change, energy security, and issues of consensus, common ethics, and trust.

David Speedie Interviews Baroness Shirley Williams: A View from the United Kingdom on Transatlantic Relations  
Shirley Williams, David C. Speedie 02/17/10
In a wide-ranging conversation, Baroness Williams discusses the Obama administration's foreign policy; the situation in Afghanistan and in Iran; U.S. and British politics, including voter representation and corruption; and her work on nuclear disarmament.

Russia and U.S.-Russia Relations: David Speedie Interviews Ambassador Thomas Pickering  
Thomas R. Pickering, David C. Speedie 12/16/09
Ambassador Thomas Pickering discusses Russia's role in the unfolding events in Iran and other potential areas of cooperation between Russia and the United States, including missile defense and NATO enlargement.

Prospects for Arms Control in the Obama Administration  
John Isaacs 12/01/09
There are an estimated 23,000 nuclear weapons on the planet. Although they have faded from the public consciousness somewhat, they remain one of the greatest dangers we face. Obama has provided an opportunity for unprecedented progress on this issue. Will he succeed?

Prospects for Arms Control in the Obama Administration: An Interview with John Isaacs  
John Isaacs 12/01/09
John Isaacs discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda.

Afghanistan Briefing  
Jeffrey D. McCausland, Joel H. Rosenthal, David C. Speedie 11/11/09
"Afghanistan makes Iraq look easy," says U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Dr. McCausland. His comprehensive and evenhanded briefing analyzes the situation on the ground and the possible consequences of sending more troops.

Prospects for U.S.-Russia Relations  
H.E. Mr. Sergey Kislyak 08/26/09
Russian Ambassador H.E. Mr. Kislyak's comprehensive talk includes his thoughts on U.S.-Russia relations, nuclear proliferation, and Russia today. He also gives us the Russian perspective on the conflict with Georgia.

A Conversation with David Hamburg: The Commitment to Prevention  
David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie 08/12/09
David Speedie interviews David Hamburg on the prevention agenda of the Carnegie Corporation of New York and its legacy of preventing interstate conflict, genocide, and threats to global health.

Iran and the United States: David Speedie Interviews Gary Sick  
Gary Sick, David C. Speedie 04/22/09
The Bush administration has been toying with the idea of talking to Iran for the last two years. With the arrival of Obama, now the question is not "should we," but how do we go about doing it?

A Conversation on NATO  
Robert Hunter, David C. Speedie 12/10/08
The post-Cold War NATO has expanded, both in mission and membership. In each instance, problems have arisen with Russia. What are the lessons to be learned from these stresses, and what are NATO's prospects?

David Speedie Interviews Ted Sorensen  
Ted Sorensen, David C. Speedie 10/30/08
In a wide-ranging conversation, Ted Sorensen discusses John F. Kennedy, Cuba, and Vietnam; the 2008 Russia/Georgia conflict; McCain's idea of a League of Nations; and the promise of Obama.

Russia and Georgia: How Did We Get There and What's Next? David Speedie Interviews Oksana Antonenko  
Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie 10/14/08
Russia and Georgia expert Oksana Antonenko discusses the August 2008 conflict in Georgia, the history of the region, and what the future may bring.

Russia and Georgia: How Did We Get There and What's Next?  
Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie 10/14/08
Georgia and Russia expert Oksana Antonenko and Carnegie Council Senior Fellow David Speedie discuss the history behind the headlines and what the future may bring to this troubled region.

David Speedie Interviews Susan Eisenhower  
Susan Eisenhower, David C. Speedie 07/28/08
Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Eisenhower and Russian specialist, about Russia's current place in the world and its relations with other countries.

David Speedie Interviews Jack Matlock  
Jack F. Matlock, David C. Speedie 05/14/08
Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews former U.S. ambassador Jack Matlock on U.S. relations with Russia: how they evolved, current policy problems, and what is needed to get back on the right track.



Russia Bulletin

Russia Bulletin, Issue 1
David C. Speedie 01/19/12
In this inaugural issue of the Russia Bulletin, David Speedie considers U.S.-Russia relations, missile defense, and the parliamentary elections and ensuing Moscow demonstrations.

Carnegie Ethics Online (Monthly Column)

Hunting the Hare  
David C. Speedie 10/26/09
"He that hunts two hares will catch neither," runs an old proverb. In the current unruly security environment, with challenges aplenty for the Obama administration, the hare to be pursued remains the reduction of the global nuclear threat, says David Speedie.

Articles, Papers, and Reports

Putin and his Russia Don't Deserve the Bad Rap  
David C. Speedie 11/16/11
Let's look at some of the most serious accusations leveled at Putin and his Russia. In the right light, we see Russia and Putin have taken some undue heat.

European Security and Arms Control  
Sergey Rogov 09/23/11
Although Russia and the West are confronting each other on a number of issues, it is premature to write off their strategic partnership. The New START Treaty establishes stability of the nuclear balance for the next decade. This will help them eventually move to mutual assured security.

The Precarious State of Flux of the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe Treaty (CFE)  
Paul Schulte 09/23/11
This paper's main predictive theoretical proposition is that, in fact, progress on conventional arms control in Europe will continue to move at a pace dictated by nuclear atmospherics.

The Future of U.S.-Russian Relations  
Thomas E. Graham 09/06/11
Can the United States and Russia finally put their zero-sum competition in Eurasia behind them so that they can concentrate on the common strategic challenges before them, such as how to deal with China and with the former Soviet space?

Russia's High Ambitions and Ambivalent Activities in the Arctic  
Pavel K. Baev 09/02/11
The Arctic is often seen as a no-mans-land where natural resources are up for grabs. In reality, international cooperation is working well and the regions's wealth has been overestimated. Nonetheless, Russia's  ambitions are bound up with the Arctic, and this can lead to tensions.      

Cooling Things Down: The Legalization of Arctic Security  
Michael Byers 09/01/11
Many are concerned about possible struggles over Arctic territory and resources. Yet this paper argues that most Arctic sovereignty disputes have either been resolved or are actively being negotiated. Thus there is no competition for territory or resources, and no prospect of conflict.

The Ethics of the Nuclear Security Summit Process  
Alexandra I. Toma 08/31/11
This paper examines the ethical questions around two intertwined 21st century issues: nuclear terrorism and the Nuclear Security Summit (NSS) process. Does the process take into account the principles of pluralism, fairness, and rights and responsibilities?

The Soviet and U.S. Experiences in Military Intervention in Afghanistan and Current U.S.-Russian Cooperation  
Andrew Kuchins 08/29/11
This paper examines the similarities and differences in the 1980s Soviet experience in Afghanistan and the current U.S.-led coalition effort, and the mutual interests for Washington and Moscow to avoid the kind of end-game of 1992, when the Najibullah regime fell.

European/Eurasian Security and the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE)  
Jeffrey D. McCausland 08/29/11
What is the role of the CFE Treaty as part of contemporary European security architecture? How has it performed since its signing and what is its current status? What steps must be taken to ensure that this agreement remains relevant and continues its "cornerstone" role?

Arms Control and Proliferation Challenges to the Reset Policy  
Stephen J. Blank 08/24/11
The United States, Russia, and outside observers all agree on one thing: the fragility of the reset policy. This paper clarifies the reasons for this fragility and the consequences for arms control and future cooperation on nonproliferation issues.

A New Afghanistan in a New International Construct  
Giandomenico Picco 04/20/11
Picco argues that, first, we may have to set aside the notion that Afghanistan must remain a unified, centrally governed state; and second, that a pan-regional dialogue among critical countries--including Pakistan, India, Iran, and Saudi Arabia--is essential for a favorable outcome.

Reflections from Moscow  
David C. Speedie 03/10/11
After a recent visit to Moscow, David Speedie casts a sympathetic eye on Russia's contradictions and societal stresses--with particular focus on its heroin and HIV/AIDS crisis. Russia now has the third-highest heroin abuse rate per capita in the world, behind only Afghanistan and Iran.

NWFZs: Pursuing a World Free of Nuclear Weapons  
Caitlin Tierney 09/07/10
Today there are five Nuclear Weapon Free Zone (NWFZ) treaties, yet only one has been fully ratified. Sadly, the reservations of the nuclear weapon states, specifically those of the United States, hinder the success and complete denuclearization of these designated zones.

For Obama, Short-term Tactics, or Long-term Strategy on Iran?  
David C. Speedie 07/20/10
By insisting on votes on sanctions against Iran, Obama may have sacrificed his strategic objective--to prevent the development of the Iranian bomb--for an ephemeral victory in the UN Security Council.

The Bloom is off the Rose--and the Orange, and the Tulip  
David C. Speedie 07/01/10
What went wrong with the "Color Revolutions" in Ukraine, Georgia, and Kyrgyzstan? It was a combination of excessive expectations of the new leaders, and some policy missteps, primarily at the hands of the U.S. and the West.

Foundations Are Free to Innovate  
David C. Speedie 06/02/10
Charitable and philanthropic foundations hold a uniquely privileged position in society. With the right mix of daring and rigor they can spark real creativity among their grantees.

Dealing with Iran: "Missed Opportunities" and "Holding Contradictory Ideas at the Same Time"  
David C. Speedie, Gary Sick 05/27/10
How, ask David Speedie and Gary Sick, can we move the U.S.-Iran dialogue beyond the current mutually recriminatory stalemate?

Rise of the Rest  
David C. Speedie 04/30/10
The Council's "Rise of the Rest" project focuses not on decline of existing powers but on the emergence of others. The U.S. should accept these developments for what they are, recognize the interests of others, and see opportunity for burden sharing rather than threat to primacy.

The Georgia-Russia War in South Ossetia: The Russian View  
Veronika Krasheninnikova 04/09/10
Published by the Moscow-based Center of Analysis of Strategies and Technologies, "The Tanks of August" is a must read, as it offers both factual and analytical perspectives which most Western readers rarely encounter. 

Jackson-Vanik: a Bridge to the 20th Century  
David C. Speedie 03/30/10
U.S. and Russian leaders and Jewish organizations all agree: the U.S. should "graduate" Russia from the JV amendment, which ties freedom of trade benefits to freedom of emigration. JV doesn't help Soviet Jews and it harms Russia's WTO prospects and U.S.-Russia business dealings.

Good Neighbors? The Shanghai Cooperation Organization  
David C. Speedie 02/18/10
The West has largely dismissed the Shanghai Cooperation Organization as some kind of empty anti-U.S., anti-NATO rhetorical flourish, writes David Speedie. Yet in fact its expanded role and reach are demonstrable, impressive, and likely to continue.

U.S-Russia Relations and the Arctic  
David C. Speedie 12/16/09
This set of two papers, one by a Canadian and one by a Russian, focuses on U.S.-Russian competition and cooperation in the Arctic region, looking particularly at security, commercial, and environmental issues of shared concern.

The Arctic: The Next "Hot Spot" of International Relations or a Region of Cooperation?  
Yuri Morozov 12/16/09
Dr. Morozov identifies several key points regarding both the existing problems and challenges of the Arctic region, as well as possible ways to overcome them through joint efforts by the actors operating in the region.

Cold Peace: International Cooperation Takes Hold in the Arctic  
Michael Byers 12/16/09
Thanks to international law, there is no race for Arctic resources, nor any appetite for military confrontation. The Arctic has become a zone of quiet cooperation, as countries work together to map the seabed, protect the environment, and guard against new, non-state security threats.

U.S./NATO-Russia Cooperation on Afghanistan and Central Asia  
David C. Speedie 08/17/09
This set of four papers focuses on U.S./NATO-Russia cooperation on Afghanistan in its regional context, looking at common interests in Afghanistan's stability, the changing terms of the U.S. war, and the future of NATO.

Obama's War  
Jeffrey D. McCausland, David C. Speedie 08/17/09
As President Obama and his administration lead the nation and their coalition partners in a renewed effort in the war in Afghanistan, what can be learned from the past and what are the challenges that must be overcome if his new strategy and team are to be successful?

State of Denial? NATO at 60 and the War in Afghanistan  
Eric T. Olson 08/17/09
In Afghanistan, NATO is proving itself the wrong alliance, fighting an enemy that defies precise definition in a war for which it is ill suited and for which support is rapidly eroding. How will NATO adapt to guarantee that its storied past can endure an uncertain future?

Prospects for U.S.-Russia Cooperation in Central Asia  
Yuri Morozov 08/17/09
Yuri Morozov proposes several ways that the United States and Russia can expand their cooperation in Central Asia, particularly in Afghanistan, in order to neutralize security challenges in the region.

Pakistani, Afghan, and Iranian Factors of Influence on the Central Asian Region  
Sergey Luzianin 08/17/09
This article is an attempt to define the possibilities for changing the disconnect between the U.S. and Russia which limits the potential for cooperation between the two nations on Afghan, Pakistani and Iranian issues.

Resetting the Reset  
David C. Speedie 08/05/09
The "reset button" has become the metaphor for restoring U.S.-Russia relations. But is it working? Despite the progress made, a number of critical arms control issues have simply not been addressed, plus there has been a series of missteps.

U.S.-Russian Arms Control Priorities  
David C. Speedie 07/21/09
This set of four papers focuses on arms control in the context of the critical and evolving U.S.-Russia relationship.

Possible Attributes of a New Russian-American Treaty on Strategic Offensive Weapons: The View from Russia  
Viktor Esin 07/21/09
Should the START Treaty expire in December without a new treaty (or accord) that has counting rules and verification procedures spelled out, it will be impossible to ensure that Russia and the U.S. fulfill their obligations to reduce the number of nuclear warheads on deployed strategic delivery vehicles, says Viktor Esin.

Missile Defense: A Sphere of Competition or an Instrument for Jointly Combating the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction  
Pavel S. Zolotarev 07/21/09
Pavel S. Zolotarev argues that despite the good intentions of the newly-elected American and Russian presidents and the leadership of the two nations, it is essential to recognize the effect of objective factors left over from Cold War times, in particular the continuing state of mutual nuclear deterrence between Russia and the United States.

Bargaining Chip or Gas Mask? Prospects for Missile Defense  
John Isaacs, Travis Sharp 07/21/09
John Isaacs and Travis Sharp review the history of missile defense since World War II in search of insights that can be applied to the current situation. They argue that Obama retains two viable options for missile defense in Europe: "The Bargaining Chip" or "The Gas Mask".

A Guide to the Challenges Facing President Obama's Nuclear Abolition Agenda  
Burgess Laird 07/21/09
Burgess Laird argues that the case for nuclear weapons abolition recently advanced by President Obama is built not on the familiar refrain of disarmament advocates that nuclear weapons are inherently morally unjustifiable and destabilizing, but on pragmatic grounds.

Reset Button Plus  
David C. Speedie 03/13/09
David C. Speedie argues that the Obama mantra for U.S.-Russia relations is "hit the 'reset button,'" yet the Clinton years (1992-2000) were a mixed bag. We should aim for a "reset button plus," one that engages Russia on a host of issues that would directly serve America's self interest. 


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Carnegie Council's Program on U.S. Global Engagement: a Two-Year Retrospective  
09/30/11
These materials from a June 2011 international conference examine U.S.-Russian relations; nuclear arms control and nonproliferation; European and NATO security challenges for the future, including Afghanistan; and competition and cooperation in the Arctic region.



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