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A chart illustration shows past secretaries of state on shorter blue and red lines with a walking, full-body Antony Blinken on the longest line with his hand outstretched to shake with President Xi Jinping (not seen).
A chart illustration shows past secretaries of state on shorter blue and red lines with a walking, full-body Antony Blinken on the longest line with his hand outstretched to shake with President Xi Jinping (not seen).

U.S. Engagement With China in 3 Charts

From Kissinger to Kerry, Washington’s top diplomat once visited Beijing regularly. Not anymore.

Sultan Ahmed al-Jaber, president of the 2023 U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP28), speaks to the media following the opening session of the conference in Dubai on Nov. 30.
Sultan Ahmed al-Jaber, president of the 2023 U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP28), speaks to the media following the opening session of the conference in Dubai on Nov. 30.

At COP28, the World Needs to Prioritize Financial Reform

Three ideas that could boost investment in the planet—and its people.

A worker hoists a United Nations flag with other national flags of participating countries at the venue of the COP28 U.N. climate summit in Dubai on Nov. 30, 2023.
A worker hoists a United Nations flag with other national flags of participating countries at the venue of the COP28 U.N. climate summit in Dubai on Nov. 30, 2023.
An India flag during the T20 Tour match between Northamptonshire and India at The County Ground on July 03, 2022 in Northampton, England.
An India flag during the T20 Tour match between Northamptonshire and India at The County Ground on July 03, 2022 in Northampton, England.

Are Global Climate Partnerships Fit for Purpose?

A close look at India's relationship to Just Energy Transition Partnerships.

An aerial view of Imburu, Nigeria, following flooding caused by heavy rainfall, on Sept. 25, 2022.
An aerial view of Imburu, Nigeria, following flooding caused by heavy rainfall, on Sept. 25, 2022.

The Dark Side of Climate Finance

At COP28, poor countries should be careful what they wish for.

Newly released Israeli hostages arrive in southern Israel.
Newly released Israeli hostages arrive in southern Israel.

Israel, Hamas Agree to 24-Hour Cease-Fire Extension

But top Israeli officials remain committed to destroying Hamas militarily.

U.S. President Joe Biden (R) meets with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (L) during the AUKUS summit at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California, on March 13, 2023.
U.S. President Joe Biden (R) meets with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (L) during the AUKUS summit at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California, on March 13, 2023.

The Year-End AUKUS Push

Remember that nuclear submarine deal with Australia?

An Israeli army soldier stands next to a machine gun turret atop a howitzer near the border with the Gaza Strip in southern Israel.
An Israeli army soldier stands next to a machine gun turret atop a howitzer near the border with the Gaza Strip in southern Israel.

Will the Cease-Fire Change Israel’s Strategy?

Biden is telling Netanyahu to tread lightly.

Two small windows, covered by bars, are visible on a wall painted gray and blue. A Palestinian prisoner stands behind each window. One of them looks out directly at the camera, while the other stands in profile with his face buried in a blanket.
Two small windows, covered by bars, are visible on a wall painted gray and blue. A Palestinian prisoner stands behind each window. One of them looks out directly at the camera, while the other stands in profile with his face buried in a blanket.

Israel Weighing Special Court for Palestinian Suspects in Oct. 7 Massacre

Hamas defendants would potentially have fewer rights and could face the death penalty.

A row of South Korean soldiers marches in formation across a field in Seoul. They are dressed in formal uniforms and hats, and each has one leg raised as they take a step in unison. Each soldier also carries the flag of one of the member states of the United Nations Command.
A row of South Korean soldiers marches in formation across a field in Seoul. They are dressed in formal uniforms and hats, and each has one leg raised as they take a step in unison. Each soldier also carries the flag of one of the member states of the United Nations Command.

South Korea Offers a Chance to Modernize Old Alliances

An often-overlooked command group can revitalize Asian defense.

People are seen marching at a demonstration.
People are seen marching at a demonstration.

Jordan’s Teetering Balancing Act

Amid mass pro-Palestine protests, the monarchy is caught between the United States, Israel, and its own people.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden hold a summit meeting at Filoli House in Woodside, California on Nov. 15.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden hold a summit meeting at Filoli House in Woodside, California on Nov. 15.

Why Xi Thinks He Got the Better of Biden

The summit may have calmed relations, but don’t expect that state to last.

Henry Kissinger during an interview in Washington in August 1980.
Henry Kissinger during an interview in Washington in August 1980.

Henry Kissinger, Colossus on the World Stage

The late statesman was a master of realpolitik—whom some regarded as a war criminal. This article has an audio recording

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves to the media in New Delhi.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves to the media in New Delhi.

India Looks to Seize Opportunity at COP28

The annual U.N. climate change conference gives New Delhi another chance to prove it can lead the global south.

Smoke rises over northern Gaza and destroyed buildings, viewed from Sderot, Israel, on Nov. 13.
Smoke rises over northern Gaza and destroyed buildings, viewed from Sderot, Israel, on Nov. 13.

Negotiators Race to Extend Israel-Hamas Truce

The tenuous deal is set to expire early Thursday.

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