thought the United States became arrogant, particularly after its victory in World War II. Critics such as Andrew Bacevich call on America to have a foreign policy "rooted in humility and realism". Foreign policy experts such as Zbigniew Brzezinski counsel a policy of self-restraint and not pressing every advantage, and listening to other nations. A government official called the U.S. policy in Iraq "arrogant and stupid", according to one report. Problem areas festering Critics point to a list of countries or regions where continuing foreign policy problems continue to present problems. These areas include South America, including Ecuador, Bolivia, Uruguay, and Brazil. There are difficulties with Central American nations such as Honduras. Iraq has continuing troubles. Iran, as well, presents problems with nuclear proliferation. In Afghanistan, the US 20-year war failed and the country fell into the Taliban regime. The Middle East in general continues to fester, although relations with India are improving. Policy towards Russia remains uncertain. China also presents a challenge. There are difficulties in other regions too. In addition, there are problems not confined to particular regions, but regarding new technologies. Cyberspace is a constantly changing technological area with foreign policy repercussions. See also Perceptions of the United States sanctions Global arrogance Art, Truth and Politics Criticism of the Bush Doctrine Criticism of the Iraq War Criticism of Plan Colombia Criticism of the United States government Criticism of the War on Terror Foreign policy of the United States United States diplomatic cables leak United States non-interventionism Footnotes References United States foreign policy United States foreign policy Foreign policy