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Members of leftist movements demonstrate during a protest against Argentine President-elect Javier Milei in Buenos Aires on Nov. 23.
Members of leftist movements demonstrate during a protest against Argentine President-elect Javier Milei in Buenos Aires on Nov. 23.

Will Milei Rewrite Argentina’s History?

The new Argentine president is downplaying the brutal legacy of the country’s dictatorship.

Aview of destruction in a livestock market area in al-Fasher, the capital of Sudan's North Darfur state on Sept. 1.
Aview of destruction in a livestock market area in al-Fasher, the capital of Sudan's North Darfur state on Sept. 1.

Don’t Allow a Disastrous Collapse in Sudan

Biden’s benign neglect brought the RSF to the brink of victory. Now, Washington has a chance to save Sudan.

Commuters ride past a truck painted with a portrait of Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Aug. 16.
Commuters ride past a truck painted with a portrait of Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Aug. 16.

Pakistan’s Army Chief Comes to Washington

Asim Munir’s trip comes at an uncertain moment for U.S.-Pakistan relations.

COP28 President Sultan Ahmed al-Jaber and COP28 Director-General Majid al-Suwaidi attend a plenary session.
COP28 President Sultan Ahmed al-Jaber and COP28 Director-General Majid al-Suwaidi attend a plenary session.

COP28 Produces Historic Fossil Fuel Agreement

However, many nations fear that the draft does not go far enough to combat global warming.

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris stands at a podium in front of a massive room of attendees at the COP28 conference in Dubai. A screen on the wall behind her shows a live video of her speech, and a large green circle hangs from the ceiling with the conference logo on it. At the edges of the logo is text reading: "Unite. Act. Deliver."
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris stands at a podium in front of a massive room of attendees at the COP28 conference in Dubai. A screen on the wall behind her shows a live video of her speech, and a large green circle hangs from the ceiling with the conference logo on it. At the edges of the logo is text reading: "Unite. Act. Deliver."

Good COP or Bad COP?

The future of fossil fuels took center stage at this year’s controversy-laden U.N. climate summit.

A white ship cuts across the water in a stretch of open ocean. Black lettering on its hull says "China Coast Guard." A smaller Philippine Caost Guard ship is visible sailing away in the distance and to the right.
A white ship cuts across the water in a stretch of open ocean. Black lettering on its hull says "China Coast Guard." A smaller Philippine Caost Guard ship is visible sailing away in the distance and to the right.

Why China Is Stepping Up Its Maritime Attacks on the Philippines

Beijing’s aggression threatens to disrupt friendshoring operations in the region.

An Israeli army tank moves through a torn-up patch of grass in the northern part of the Gaza Strip. The tank kicks up dirt and dust from the ground, which billows in the air and partially obscures the tank, although a soldier is visible sitting on top of it with an automatic rifle.
An Israeli army tank moves through a torn-up patch of grass in the northern part of the Gaza Strip. The tank kicks up dirt and dust from the ground, which billows in the air and partially obscures the tank, although a soldier is visible sitting on top of it with an automatic rifle.

Congress Should Ask Hard Questions About Israel Aid

A hard-right government is using U.S. money for worrying ends.

The top and side of the U.S. Capitol dome are seen through a four-paned window. The black frame blocks most of the rest of the image, obscuring about two-thirds of the photo.
The top and side of the U.S. Capitol dome are seen through a four-paned window. The black frame blocks most of the rest of the image, obscuring about two-thirds of the photo.

The Contentious Surveillance Law Making Waves in Washington

Why a regulation created to help U.S. intelligence agencies fight terror has become a political football. 

The AfD logo is pictured during the European Election Assembly of German far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) at the fair grounds in Magdeburg, eastern Germany on August 5, 2023.
The AfD logo is pictured during the European Election Assembly of German far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) at the fair grounds in Magdeburg, eastern Germany on August 5, 2023.

Germany Is Thinking of Simply Banning the Far Right

As radical conservatives continue to rise, Germany’s mainstream is getting desperate for a fix. This article has an audio recording

President of Chad's Transition Council Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno (R) waves during the 63rd Independence Day celebrations in N'Djamena on Aug. 11, 2023.
President of Chad's Transition Council Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno (R) waves during the 63rd Independence Day celebrations in N'Djamena on Aug. 11, 2023.

Will Africa’s Next Coup Be in Chad?

A constitutional referendum would entrench the Déby dynasty, but N’Djamena’s stance in Sudan is dividing the country’s ruling elites.

U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer arrive at Capitol Hill.
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer arrive at Capitol Hill.

Zelensky Visits Washington to Plead for More Aid

But Republicans continue to block an emergency spending bill over demands for immigration reform.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gestures with one open hand as he speaks into a microphone at a podium during the United Nations climate summit. The flags of the United Nations and United Arab Emirates hang in behind him.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gestures with one open hand as he speaks into a microphone at a podium during the United Nations climate summit. The flags of the United Nations and United Arab Emirates hang in behind him.

Don’t Overestimate India’s New Middle East Strategy

New Delhi’s great-power ambitions may prevent it from espousing an overtly pro-Israel stance over the long term.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro speaks into a microphone at a press conference while gesturing with one hand. In the other hand, he holds up a tiny copy of the Venezuelan Constitution, which is shorter than his fingers.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro speaks into a microphone at a press conference while gesturing with one hand. In the other hand, he holds up a tiny copy of the Venezuelan Constitution, which is shorter than his fingers.

What’s Wrong With Biden’s Venezuela Policy

Maduro, newly emboldened, is now manufacturing a regional crisis.

The United Nations climate change conference, which takes place from Nov. 20 until Dec. 12 in Dubai, on Nov. 30.
The United Nations climate change conference, which takes place from Nov. 20 until Dec. 12 in Dubai, on Nov. 30.

How the Fight Against Climate Change Is All About Money

Rajiv Shah on the progress—and hurdles—toward unlocking large amounts of cash for clean energy.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky chats with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky chats with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Ukraine Braces for EU Membership, Funding Fight

As Hungary blocks Kyiv’s membership bid, U.S. senators push back on another aid package.

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