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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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May 2, 2019
Russia
Have Sanctions on Russia Changed Putin’s Calculus?
Since Russia’s 2014 invasion of Ukraine, Western powers have hit Moscow with economic sanctions, hoping to put a stop to President Vladimir Putin’s aggression. Have they worked?
May 17, 2019
Iran
Escalating U.S.-Iran Tensions: What’s Next?
Neither Iran nor the United States likely wants war, but the possibility of a miscommunication is considerable, risking a dangerous escalation.
October 20, 2021
Drug Policy
The U.S. Fentanyl Crisis: What to Know
The United States is being flooded with fentanyl-laced fake pills, exacerbating an opioid crisis already spiraling amid the pandemic.
December 14, 2020
United Kingdom
What Would a No-Deal Brexit Look Like?
The United Kingdom and the European Union have been unable to reach a deal to define their post-Brexit relationship after nearly a year of talks. A severe disruption to trade between them looks incre…
September 28, 2021
Budget, Debt, and Deficits
What’s at Stake in the Debt Ceiling Showdown
U.S. lawmakers are at loggerheads over raising the limit on government borrowing. Here’s what to know about the debate.