Jeff M. Smith is a research fellow in The Heritage Foundation's Asian Studies Center, focusing on South Asia.
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InternationalCommentary
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InternationalCommentary
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InternationalCommentary
While the White House and U.S. military commanders insist no decision has been made, Washington is alive with speculation that President Donald Trump intends to… Read More
InternationalCommentary
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