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The Novels We’re Reading in July

From a Salvadoran multiverse to queer life in contemporary Nigeria.

A gas-liquid separator at a geothermal generator unit is seen at the Qingshui Geothermal Park in Yilan County, Taiwan, on Nov. 29, 2023.
A gas-liquid separator at a geothermal generator unit is seen at the Qingshui Geothermal Park in Yilan County, Taiwan, on Nov. 29, 2023.

Taiwan Is on the Cusp of an Energy Revolution

As the island phases out nuclear power, can it harness its vast geothermal reserves?

Phillip Swagel, director of the Congressional Budget Office.
Phillip Swagel, director of the Congressional Budget Office.
The co-leader of Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD) Lars Klingbeil is seen in front of his party's logo during the SPD's party congress in Berlin on June 29.
The co-leader of Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD) Lars Klingbeil is seen in front of his party's logo during the SPD's party congress in Berlin on June 29.

The Russia Problem Threatening Germany’s Government

Amid a deteriorating European security environment, a coalition party slides back into Cold War reflexes.

Iranians prepare for the Persian New Year, or Nowruz, in Tajrish Square, Tehran, on March 19.
Iranians prepare for the Persian New Year, or Nowruz, in Tajrish Square, Tehran, on March 19.

Why Don’t the Iranian People Rise Up?

A demonstrably unpopular regime maintains total control down to the neighborhood level.

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson gavels the passing of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tax bill at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson gavels the passing of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tax bill at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.

U.S. House Narrowly Passes Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

Despite two Republicans breaking ranks, the White House scored a major victory in the 218-214 vote.

From left to right: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pose for a group picture during a meeting of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue at the State Department in Washington, D.C., on July 1.
From left to right: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pose for a group picture during a meeting of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue at the State Department in Washington, D.C., on July 1.

The Quad Isn’t Quitting

Washington, New Delhi, Tokyo, and Canberra make common cause on common ground.

US President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House in Washington, DC, on April 7.
US President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House in Washington, DC, on April 7.

Less Gloating and More Diplomacy Are Needed to Heal the Middle East

In D.C. visit, Netanyahu is expected to toast Trump for U.S. attack on Iran.

A Swedish Coast Guard vessel and a cargo ship sit anchored in the Baltic Sea.
A Swedish Coast Guard vessel and a cargo ship sit anchored in the Baltic Sea.

Papers, Please: How Europe Is Cracking Down on Russia’s Shadow Fleet

Two more nations have joined Denmark in aiming to directly curb Russia’s sanctions-evading vessels.

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before boarding the Marine One presidential helicopter and departing the White House in Washington, D.C., on June 25.
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before boarding the Marine One presidential helicopter and departing the White House in Washington, D.C., on June 25.
Trump motions with both hands outstretched to his sides as he stands at a podium. Behind him is a low pyramid of stacked oil barrels.
Trump motions with both hands outstretched to his sides as he stands at a podium. Behind him is a low pyramid of stacked oil barrels.

Energy Security Means Using Less Oil

The war with Iran shows why hopes for energy independence are inadequate. This article has an audio recording

U.S. President Donald Trump announces U.S. strikes on Iran with Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth standing alongside, at the White House in Washington on June 21.
U.S. President Donald Trump announces U.S. strikes on Iran with Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth standing alongside, at the White House in Washington on June 21.

An Emerging Trump Doctrine?

Success in the Middle East could be a template for a new approach to Russia’s war.

Israeli troops deploy to the border with Gaza.
Israeli troops deploy to the border with Gaza.

Israel Agrees to U.S.-Proposed Gaza Cease-Fire Deal

But only if Hamas agrees to disband, which the militant group refuses to do.

Jaishankar shakes hands with Rubio; they are standing beside the U.S. and Indian flags.
Jaishankar shakes hands with Rubio; they are standing beside the U.S. and Indian flags.

What U.S.-India Trade Talks Are Really About

The outcome of the talks could serve as a bellwether of the partnership’s broader trajectory.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers a speech during the CyberTech conference in Tel Aviv on Jan. 29, 2019.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers a speech during the CyberTech conference in Tel Aviv on Jan. 29, 2019.

For Netanyahu, Another Term as Israel’s Leader?

He’s hoping the Iran war will erase the stain of Oct. 7.

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