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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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August 6, 2018
Iran
The Return of U.S. Sanctions on Iran: What to Know
The United States has reactivated sanctions against Iran that could trigger the collapse of the multilateral Iran nuclear deal.
January 13, 2023
Cybersecurity
The U.S. Government Banned TikTok From Federal Devices. What’s Next?
The ban was enacted due to growing national security concerns related to China. Critics say there are more effective ways to protect U.S. data privacy.
October 28, 2019
Islamic State
Islamic State Leader’s Death Does Little to Ease Syria Concerns
A U.S. military operation that eliminated Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is welcome but fails to allay worries about the security vacuum caused by the removal of U.S. troops from northern …
November 19, 2019
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
What’s Behind Washington’s Unsettling West Bank Announcement?
By announcing that Israeli settlements do not violate international law, the Trump administration continues a pattern of policy shifts that further weakens the prospects for Palestinian statehood.
January 28, 2020
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Trump’s Lopsided Mideast Peace Plan
The long-awaited plan presented by President Donald J. Trump paves the way for broader Israeli annexation of occupied territories, has no real chance of Palestinian support, and risks provoking viole…