USIP's Lasensky says 'diplomacy vacuum' in Middle East is worrisome

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Rising action in the Middle East is increasing pressure on regional powers to resolve long-standing issues. Scott Lasensky, senior researcher at the United States Institute of Peace, discusses the Arab Spring and Obama's May 19 address on Middle Eastern policy.

Obama's speech outlined a balanced U.S. outlook, favoring movements for democracy and change in several states while maintaining support for Israel. This moderate approach reflects the need for real dialogue in the Middle Eastern community. Regional powers, specifically the U.S. and Israel, will need to abandon their “status-quo” policy outlooks and look toward long-term resolution.

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