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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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November 29, 2018
Russia
Trump and Putin at the G20: No More Smiles
The United States and Russia are at odds on so many issues that the upcoming summit could convince their two presidents to give up on better relations and accept estrangement.
October 19, 2020
Election 2020
How Will U.S. Elections Be Judged by Other Democracies?
The 2020 U.S. election is threatened by pandemic-related disruptions as well as long-standing weaknesses that could undermine its legitimacy. How will international election observers judge the proce…
August 13, 2019
Hong Kong
The Crisis in Hong Kong: What to Know
As protesters in Hong Kong use increasingly creative means to demand change, the possibility that Beijing will respond with force is growing.
March 19, 2019
United Kingdom
Brexit’s Stickiest Point: The Irish Backstop
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has been unable to convince her own party to pass the Brexit deal she negotiated with the European Union because of its backstop provision. What is it, and why does it m…
June 16, 2020
Sub-Saharan Africa
Why African Nations Support U.S. Anti-Racism Protesters
The U.S. protests following the police killing of George Floyd have spurred solidarity among many Africans, who have expressed widespread outrage against police brutality.