United States Foreign Policy - Global Hotspots

This book explores how the United States responds to eight of today's most pressing global hotspots: Russia, China, Israel-Palestine, Ukraine, Iran, North Korea, the Caribbean Basin, and the Sahel.
Since World War II, the U.S. has held a central role in the international system-but its leadership is increasingly tested by rising tensions and conflicts around the world. Drawing on a clear framework of issues, interests, and actors, the authors examine how U.S. policies are shaped, the motivations behind them, and their impact on global stability.
Essential reading for students and scholars of American foreign policy, international relations, and global politics, this book offers a compelling look at the evolving role of the United States and its influence on the future of international peace and security.

List of contents

1. Introduction 2.The War in Ukraine 3.China 4. Russia 5.Israel and Palestine 6 . Iran 7. North Korea 8. The Caribbean Basin 9.The Sahel Conclusion

About the author

Ann Karreth is Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Politics and International Relations at Ursinus College
Michael Kryzanek is Assistant to the President of Bridgewater State University for University Priorities and Global Engagement and Professor of Political Science, Emeritus

Product details

• Authors: Ann Karreth, Kryzanek Michael J.
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 24.03.2026
• EAN: 9781032940939
• ISBN: 978-1-032-94093-9
• No. of pages: 188
• Weight: 453 g
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; USA, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Political Freedom, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Security (National & International), POLITICAL SCIENCE / General, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Emigration & Immigration, POLITICAL SCIENCE / NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations), POLITICAL SCIENCE / International Relations / General, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Comparative Politics, POLITICAL SCIENCE / World / General, International Relations, Warfare & defence, Political Economy, Warfare and defence