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Showering Trump With Flattery Is a Risky Political Strategy

Wed, 04/02/2026 - 13:00
Latin American conservatives love to lavish praise upon the U.S. president. But doing so could undermine the region’s long-term interests.

Europe Is Finally Treating Its PTSD

Wed, 04/02/2026 - 12:25
After decades of trauma and denial, the continent is confronting the reality of war.

Russia Has Turned Sports Into a Weapon

Wed, 04/02/2026 - 12:00
The Olympic ban is a necessary counter to Moscow’s abuse.

Trump vs. Petro: A Thaw in Relations or Return to Diplomatic War?

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 23:08
U.S. ambitions in Latin America cast a shadow over the White House summit.

Trump Hosts Petro at the White House to Discuss Drug Trafficking

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 23:08
U.S. ambitions in Latin America cast a shadow over the White House summit.

A Brief History of Confucianism

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 22:40
How an ancient philosophy became a potent force in modern-day China.

How Malaysia Unlocked Trump

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 22:20
A shared worldview, some personal rapport, and not being a U.S. ally makes all the difference.

The United States Is Once Again Canada’s Biggest Threat

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 21:54
Donald Trump has restored his country’s traditionally tense relationship with its northern neighbor.

Middle Powers Don’t Have to Work Together to Get Ahead

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 17:56
Countries with a critical niche may be best primed to endure great-power competition.

In Minneapolis and Elsewhere, Do Street Protests Make a Difference?

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 14:34
Three factors shape when protests restrain democratic erosion—and when they don’t.

The U.S. Is Ceding Its Africa Trade Advantage

Tue, 03/02/2026 - 12:00
Renewing the African Growth and Opportunity Act would protect U.S. jobs and economic power.

Trump, Modi Reach Long-Awaited U.S.-India Trade Deal

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 23:04
New Delhi has vowed to stop purchasing Russian oil in exchange for reduced U.S. tariffs.

What We Know About the India-U.S. Trade Deal

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 23:02
Trump announced the deal in a social media post on Monday.

Why Trade Deals With Russia Won’t Bring Peace

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 21:56
“Here we are once again, thinking that business can transform political relationships,” said one formerly Moscow-based risk analyst.

The Trans-Atlantic Energy Relationship Is Stronger Than Ever

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 21:04
And here’s how to make U.S.-European energy ties even more resilient.

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