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New Zealand Pivots Right—Toward China
The Ardern era ends abruptly and with a surprising twist.

Israel’s Hostage Families Feel Abandoned by Israel
They feel trapped in a nightmare—and ignored by their government.

India’s Spat With Canada Is a Win-Win Situation for Modi
By painting Sikh separatists as a bigger security threat than they are, the BJP government can mobilize its base in advance of the 2024 election.

A Breakthrough Deal for Venezuela
Washington agrees to lift sanctions on Caracas in exchange for a pledge of free elections.

The West Paid for Putin’s Huge New Gas Project
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
Washington’s tunnel vision risks eroding U.S. standing in the global south.

Egypt Agrees to Allow Aid Convoys Into Gaza
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
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
Israel’s use of the deadly chemical would violate international norms.

Biden Turns a Few More Screws on China’s Chip Industry
New export controls, a year after the first, are cautious but pack a punch.

The Belt and Road Ahead
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?
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
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
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
The West has wasted precious time in developing a common strategy.