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October 14, 2019
Hungary
Hungary’s Populists Face New European Test
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s party has become the symbol of European populism. How will Europe’s mainstream parties respond?
May 14, 2019
South Africa
What the ANC’s Election Win Means for South Africa
The African National Congress, which has governed since the end of apartheid, won again in May’s national election. But a growing opposition will watch to see whether it can revive the economy and cu…
April 9, 2020
Taiwan
Why Does the WHO Exclude Taiwan?
The world could learn from Taiwan’s success in responding to the coronavirus pandemic, yet it doesn’t have a seat at the World Health Organization.
December 5, 2019
Ukraine
Can the Paris Summit End Ukraine’s War?
The summit will feature the highest-profile talks in years on the war between Ukraine and Russia-backed separatists, but the parties will have to bridge major divides to find a permanent end to the c…
August 26, 2020
Demonstrations and Protests
Tear Gas and the Politics of Protest Policing
Tear gas is banned in international warfare, and its health risks are well-documented. Still, it remains a crowd-control agent of choice for police worldwide.
August 11, 2020
Iraq
Iraq’s New Government: What to Know
Iraq’s new prime minister has formed a government in the hope of uniting the country’s factions, but challenges in combating corruption, powerful militias, and foreign influence loom.
June 20, 2019
Sudan
Will Gulf Nations Tip the Balance in Sudan Crisis?
Gulf powers have lined up behind Sudan’s ruling military council. Where Sudan goes from here could depend on whether other powers play a countervailing role.
December 30, 2020
Transition 2021
What’s Next for Foreign Aid Under Biden?
The Trump administration sought to reframe foreign aid around competition with China and Russia, but shrinking budgets and inconsistent policies undermined the effort. How will President-Elect Joe Bi…
October 20, 2020
Bolivia
Understanding Bolivia’s Election
Exit polls indicate socialist candidate Luis Arce will become Bolivia’s next president. The peaceful vote signaled an end to a year of electoral uncertainty, but the victor will now confront social u…
October 4, 2018
Brazil
Brazil’s Election: What to Know
Brazil’s general election will be one of the biggest tests of its democracy in decades. Here’s a rundown of the candidates and issues to watch.
