The Arab Spring, the Responsibility to Protect, and U.S. Foreign Policy-Some Preliminary Thoughts

摘要

The contributors to this Sutton Colloquium issue have provided valuable insights regarding the shape of the Arab Spring, the significance of the new R2P norm emerging under international law and the need to operationalize it, and the direction U.S. foreign policy should take in light of the changed circumstances in the region. The Egyptian-led and -mediated ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is a testament to the leadership of a Muslim Brotherhood-dominated government.126 The ceasefire was greeted with worldwide appreciation and praise for Mr. Morsi. However, a day after the ceasefire, Mr. Morsi's usurpation of state power has caused considerable consern, as well.