Those being, ehum, the cases against Fusion GPS and Buzzfeed News. The lawsuits were originally brought on after the publication and widespread revelations made in the dossier discovered and compiled by Christopher Steele. In the decision to  stop the lawsuits, Cohen’s lawyers had this to say about the shocking decision.
. “We believe the defendants defamed my client, and vindicating Mr. Cohen’s rights was—and still remains—important. But given the events that have unfolded, and the time, attention, and resources needed to prosecute these matters, we have dismissed the matters, despite their merits.” reads a statement from Cohen ‘s = lawyers.