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How the National Security Council Works
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The National Security Council provides advice to the president on intelligence matters and coordinates activities in various government agencies. At least in theory. In reality, each U.S. president has used the council in the way that suits him.
How the United Nations Works
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The world looks to the United Nations for guidance on important international matters. Find out what goes on inside the United Nations and what role it really plays in international politics.
Can a Country Leave the United Nations?
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Can a country leave the United Nations? What countries have left the U.N.? Learn about the process and possibility in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Is North Korea Equipped to Attack the United States?
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The Kim Jong Un regime continues to demonstrate its desire to threaten the U.S. and its allies with nuclear-armed ICBMs. But can any of these missiles actually reach the U.S. mainland?
Remembering Colin Powell's American Journey
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The distinguished American general was the first Black man to become Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff. He died Oct. 18 at age 84.
How No-fly Zones Work
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No-fly zones are employed by NATO and the United Nations to protect civilian populations. Learn about the enforcement and effectiveness of no-fly zones.
How Interpol Works
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Interpol is an international police agency that tracks criminals across national borders. Lean about Interpol and find out how Interpol is organized.
Is Taiwan a Country? It Depends on Which Criteria You Use
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Defining what is and isn't a country is a lot more complicated than many people would realize. Is Taiwan a country or part of the People's Republic of China?
Which Native American Nations Were the 'Five Civilized Tribes'?
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In the 19th century, five Native American nations were given this title by the U.S. government because they adopted some of the practices of European Americans.
Postwar Europe and Japan: October 1945-September 1951
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This World War II timeline highlights postwar events from October 1945-September 1951. Get information on Europe and Japan after World War II.