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Russia, Europe, Iran: Three Grand Strategic Issues in U.S.-Turkish Relations June 19, 2009 / Ian Lesser
In his April visit to Turkey, President Barack Obama used the term "model partnership" to describe U.S.-Turkish relations. This terminology can be given content when partners contribute to managing grand strategic challenges-issues central to the national interests of each side. Three "meta" issues-Russia, Europe, and Iran-will pose key tests for U.S.-Turkish cooperation over the next few years.



