The interim nuclear deal reached by Iran and world powers stirred cautious optimism but hope for an expedient end to Syria’s civil war dimmed as the conflict settled into an uneasy stalemate. Below are CFR materials that highlight and discuss this past year’s turning points and developments. In addition, experts provide economic and political analyses for 2014, including prospects for the global economy, ten elections to watch, and the future of the «pivot.»
The Year in Review: 2013
The Year Ahead: 2014