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Obama (r) talks to fallen Egyptian dictator Mubarak before the revolution in Egypt (Photo: White House)

How the Arab Spring can save Europe's international ambitions

One of the most striking elements of the outside involvement in the Arab Spring is the failure of the Obama administration to develop a comprehensive approach in dealing with the uprisings.

The United States is unable to truly champion freedom and democracy, largely due to its close relations with Israel, Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states. This provides opportunities for other actors – such as the European Union or China – to upgrade its engagement with the region.\n \nThe legitimate up...

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Obama (r) talks to fallen Egyptian dictator Mubarak before the revolution in Egypt (Photo: White House)

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