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Why Iceland Might Finally Join the EU

Wed, 26/08/2026 - 14:45
The Nordic country has long evaded the bloc. After a referendum on Saturday, that might change.

Is Europe Ready for a New Era of Russian Dirty Tricks?

Wed, 26/08/2026 - 11:49
After the Kremlin’s failure in Ukraine, Putin’s new plan aims westward.

The U.S. Can’t Catch Up to China’s Robots by Banning Them

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 23:22
Rather than learn from its rival, Washington is trying to shut the door.

The U.S.-Canada Trade War Is Full Steam Ahead

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 23:21
Ottawa issues retaliatory tariffs to go “dollar for dollar” with U.S. duties.

Ukrainians Skeptical as Former Defense Minister Pushes for Elections

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 20:42
Mykhailo Fedorov hopes anti-corruption rhetoric can carry him to power.

Iran’s Economy May Outlast Trump’s Presidency

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 18:44
A defiant Tehran has many tools for economic resilience.

Mike Huckabee Reckons With the Disturbing Reality of Settler Violence

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 16:54
Huckabee, a longtime supporter of settlements, recently invoked the Bible against Israeli settlers.

Why Even a Cornered Putin Won’t Press the Red Button

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 16:41
Great powers have been humbled many times without escalating to nuclear war.

Peacemaking Is Power Politics Again

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 15:51
The post-Cold War model of institutionalized peacemaking has waned. But influential capitals are still looking to end and avoid conflicts.

A Pact Without Impact

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 15:14
The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement faces all the classic challenges of an alliance with none of the unifying elements.

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About IR Grad School

Tue, 25/08/2026 - 11:33
Some straight talk for prospective students from a longtime professor.

U.S. Unveils ‘Economic D-Day’ Against Iran

Mon, 24/08/2026 - 23:21
The White House vows to sanction any country that continues to do business with Tehran.

Where Is King Abdullah?

Mon, 24/08/2026 - 15:38
Facing regional turmoil and domestic criticism, Jordan’s ruler is spending more time overseas and less time talking to the press.

Germany’s Firewall Has Completely Failed

Mon, 24/08/2026 - 15:15
Attempts to ostracize the AfD have fueled both the rise and radicalization of Germany’s far-right party.

Washington Is Creating Forever Enemies

Mon, 24/08/2026 - 12:00
The United States must learn to forget the pain of humiliation.

Ditching Chinese Rare Earths Is Hard. Just Ask Japan.

Mon, 24/08/2026 - 11:30
A cautionary tale for Washington’s diversification push.

What Donald Duck Can Teach Trump About Going to War

Mon, 24/08/2026 - 06:01
President Franklin Roosevelt enlisted entertainers to make the case for fighting Germany and Japan.

Trump Needs China’s Help to Effectively Sanction Iran

Fri, 21/08/2026 - 22:05
But Tehran’s top crude buyer appears unwilling to play ball.

Why We Are Living Through ‘Hyperpolitics’

Fri, 21/08/2026 - 20:44
Anton Jäger explains why record voter turnout isn’t leading to systemic change.

Who Reaps the Benefits of India’s Growth?

Fri, 21/08/2026 - 20:30
Early policy choices shaped the inequity and employment challenges facing the country today.

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