October 3, 2019
EurozoneAs Europe has weathered a succession of economic crises, the European Central Bank has responded with an aggressive set of monetary policies that have redefined the bank’s original mandate.
September 10, 2019
United StatesU.S. space exploration inspired a generation of students and innovators, but NASA’s role has diminished, and the number of global space competitors is growing.
August 12, 2019
SanctionsFor many policymakers, economic sanctions have become the tool of choice to respond to major geopolitical challenges such as terrorism and conflict.
August 6, 2019
United StatesHigh-profile mass shootings in the United States in recent years have rekindled the gun control debate and raised comparisons of policies around the world.
March 12, 2019
United KingdomThe Good Friday Agreement has dampened sectarian tensions and brought stability to Northern Ireland since 1998, but Brexit negotiations and local political paralysis are throwing the region’s hard-wo…
October 12, 2017
ChinaAs China’s senior Communist Party members anoint its future leaders, President Xi Jinping is poised to solidify his position and power at next week’s party congress.
February 1, 2017
FranceThe winner of the presidential election this spring will heavily influence how France approaches foreign and domestic issues, including its future with the European Union.
July 25, 2016
United StatesThis regularly updated guide features transcripts from the Republican and Democratic presidential debates as well as select foreign policy speeches, op-eds, and interviews of the candidates.
September 23, 2015
EuropeAn escalating migration crisis is testing the European Union’s commitment to human rights and open borders.
June 19, 2015
Al-QaedaAl-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula has emerged as one of the most dangerous al-Qaeda affiliates, strengthening amid political unrest in Yemen.