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Trump Shouldn’t Settle for European Spending Pledges
More steps are needed to make good on his administration’s pledge to shift the defense burden to Europe.
The Dangers of Weaponizing Antisemitism
As Gaza faces more death and starvation, criticism of Israel is needed more than ever.
U.S.-Brazil Feud Could Speed Up De-Dollarization
A popular Brazilian payment system is causing concerns in Washington.
AUKUS Gets Raucous
A U.S. review of the landmark submarine deal is causing consternation across several ponds.
Thailand, Cambodia Clash in Rare Armed Attacks
Foreign powers fear that Bangkok and Phnom Penh are hurtling toward open warfare.
Democracy Is Ukraine’s Most Powerful Weapon
Protesters seem to have beaten back Volodymyr Zelensky’s assault on anti-corruption agencies.
Why Isn’t China Wooing Europe?
Beijing thinks it holds all the cards as Trump attacks allies.
Trump Dredges Up the Russian Oil Fight
Familiar partners face familiar grievances—with more threats and unpredictability. 
The Risks of Israel’s Druze Policy
Picking and choosing between Druze leaders will prove counterproductive.
The Great Dismantling
It’s time to reckon with the end of the old international order—and shape a vision for a new one.
The U.S. Is Abandoning the Global Fight for Equality
Washington is increasingly playing a central role in the backlash against LGBTQ people.
On Defending Human Rights, America Returns to First Principles
But for the new policy on democracy and human rights to work, Donald Trump needs to stop undermining them.
The Manosphere Is Fueling Extremist Violence
How governments can counter the mainstreaming of “Red Pill” ideology.
Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Test the Efficacy of U.S. Threats
Significant breakthrough is unlikely, as neither side appears willing to soften their demands.
Can Europe Break Free From China’s Rare-Earth Grip?
Brussels is worried it could be Beijing’s next target.
