To the north is Turkey. which is watching the situation in Iraq and might decide to intervene in order to prevent an independent Kurdistan. Finally. Jordan. to the west. is feeling the strain of the massive influx of Iraqi refugees into their country. which could have a destabilizing effect on a country which is such an important ally of the United States. Given the potential crisis on Iraqs east. west. north. and south borders. given the complex and conflicting interests the parties in the region face. and given the difficulty of imposing a military solution on this expanding. deteriorating puzzle. it is imperative to embark on a renewed and robust diplomatic and political effort in the manner outlined in the Warner resolution. That effort. in my view. must include the following: First. it must include talks with each of the key players in the region.
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