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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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April 6, 2020
Syria
Can the World Alleviate Idlib’s Humanitarian Disaster Amid a Pandemic?
At the outset of 2020, the conflict in Idlib province was emerging as the worst humanitarian crisis of Syria’s nine-year war. Now, the coronavirus pandemic has made relief efforts even more difficult…
September 9, 2019
Afghanistan
Time to Reboot the Mistake-Riddled U.S.-Taliban Peace Talks
President Trump’s announcement to halt peace talks in Afghanistan gives U.S. negotiators a chance to correct three critical mistakes.
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.
April 24, 2020
COVID-19
Will the Coronavirus Endanger Foreign Aid?
As the coronavirus pandemic increases the need for aid around the world, donors are facing tough choices over whether to continue helping vulnerable populations abroad or focus their attention at hom…
July 3, 2019
United States
Why Iran Tensions Are Rekindling the AUMF Debate
A look at the post-9/11 war powers law that the Trump administration could use to justify conflict with Iran.