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The Novels We’re Reading in July
From a Salvadoran multiverse to queer life in contemporary Nigeria.

Taiwan Is on the Cusp of an Energy Revolution
As the island phases out nuclear power, can it harness its vast geothermal reserves?

Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Leaves the Congressional Budget Office Battling for Relevance
A non-partisan panel of experts shaping policy, in this economy?

The Russia Problem Threatening Germany’s Government
Amid a deteriorating European security environment, a coalition party slides back into Cold War reflexes.

Why Don’t the Iranian People Rise Up?
A demonstrably unpopular regime maintains total control down to the neighborhood level.

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.

The Quad Isn’t Quitting
Washington, New Delhi, Tokyo, and Canberra make common cause on common ground.

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.

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.

The Perils of Denigrating U.S. Intelligence
By doing so, Trump inhibits honest analysis.

Energy Security Means Using Less Oil
The war with Iran shows why hopes for energy independence are inadequate.

An Emerging Trump Doctrine?
Success in the Middle East could be a template for a new approach to Russia’s war.

Israel Agrees to U.S.-Proposed Gaza Cease-Fire Deal
But only if Hamas agrees to disband, which the militant group refuses to do.

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.

For Netanyahu, Another Term as Israel’s Leader?
He’s hoping the Iran war will erase the stain of Oct. 7.