A move to block sanctions relief has been defeated, averting a likely spike in global aluminum prices but also spotlighting the tough road ahead for Congress in shaping policy on Russia.

Though Nestlé and Cargill were not held accountable for child labor in their supply chains, the Supreme Court upheld the precedent that corporate decisions are subject to international law.

If the President wants to use an arms build-up to advance arms control, he should take his cues from the Reagan record.

The Democratic field could touch on a number of foreign policy issues, from climate change to Iran, during its first prime-time sparring session.