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Unpacking Sanctions and Their Impact
This chapter examines the role of sanctions in U.S. foreign policy, focusing on their evolution and implications for targeted nations. It contrasts traditional broad sanctions with modern 'smart sanctions,' which aim to minimize collateral damage while achieving strategic goals. The discussion highlights recent cases, the humanitarian consequences of sanctions, and the cultural nuances within sanctioning bodies.