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Why Washington Wants Americans to Care About Taiwan

Tue, 23/01/2024 - 16:30
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on U.S. involvement in conflicts abroad: “We have to be equipped.”

Iran’s Missile Strikes Reveal Its Weakness

Tue, 23/01/2024 - 15:13
Tehran was trying to showcase its strength, but it betrayed its strategic limitations.

Israel Targets Gaza Hospitals in New Year’s Bloodiest Day

Tue, 23/01/2024 - 01:00
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu doubles down on Israel’s stance against Palestinian statehood.

Modi Keeps His Promise in Ayodhya

Mon, 22/01/2024 - 18:32
The massive publicity around the consecration of a temple to the Hindu warrior-king Rama further consolidates the Indian prime minister’s political dominance.

America’s Strategy of Ambiguity Is Ending Now

Mon, 22/01/2024 - 15:13
The United States has expanded its security commitments around the world—and the bill is coming due.

The West Paid for Putin’s Huge New Gas Project

Fri, 20/10/2023 - 08:30
Despite sanctions, the United States and Europe continue to cooperate on Russia's lucrative fossil fuel ventures.

Biden’s Unquestioning Support for Israel Could Be a Costly Error

Fri, 20/10/2023 - 02:19
Washington’s tunnel vision risks eroding U.S. standing in the global south.

Egypt Agrees to Allow Aid Convoys Into Gaza

Fri, 20/10/2023 - 01:00
But Cairo’s efforts may be too little, too late for a quickly worsening humanitarian crisis.

U.S. Military Draws a ‘Keep Out’ Sign Around Israel

Fri, 20/10/2023 - 00:30
Two supercarriers, 2,000 troops, and lots of planes are aimed at keeping Iran’s proxies out of the war zone.

What the Use of White Phosphorus Means in Warfare

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 22:46
Israel’s use of the deadly chemical would violate international norms.

Biden Turns a Few More Screws on China’s Chip Industry

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 20:43
New export controls, a year after the first, are cautious but pack a punch.

The Belt and Road Ahead

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 20:42
At this week’s summit to celebrate Xi’s signature initiative, the headwinds facing it were clear.

Where Does Russia Stand on the Israel-Hamas War?

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 20:10
Moscow may temporarily profit from the West’s focus on the Middle East, but navigating its ties in the region will be tricky.

How Israel’s Spies Failed—and Why Escalation Could Be Catastrophic

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 14:32
The culture of intelligence agencies paved the way for disaster. Regional war could revive the nuclear specter that haunted the world in 1973.  

The End of Biden’s Middle East Mirage

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 11:19
The administration’s regional security concept has collapsed. Does the president know it?

The U.S. and Europe Need to Get Their Act Together on China

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 10:09
The West has wasted precious time in developing a common strategy.

What Pro-Palestinian Protests Mean for Pakistan

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 02:00
The Israel-Hamas war presents a conundrum for Islamabad.

Biden Urges Israel Not to ‘Be Consumed’ by Rage During Visit

Thu, 19/10/2023 - 01:00
The White House is trying to balance its commitment to Israel with the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.

What Can the U.N. Do Now?

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 22:10
The president of the General Assembly talks about the organization's possible next steps in the Israel-Hamas war.

This War Is Wrought With Historical Trauma

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 21:50
For both Israelis and Palestinians, the past 10 days have evoked memories of their worst suffering.

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