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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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December 7, 2022
Kurds
The Kurds’ Long Struggle With Statelessness
The Kurds are one of the world’s largest peoples without a state, making up sizable minorities in Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Turkey. Their century-old fight for rights, autonomy, and even an independent …
October 10, 2019
Kurds
The Time of the Kurds
Despite a history marked by marginalization and persecution, many Kurds hold onto hope of achieving their people’s century-old quest for independence. How have they been shaped by their struggle?
October 19, 2022
Brazil
Deforestation in the Amazon
The Amazon rainforest absorbs more greenhouse gases than any other tropical forest. But in Brazil, deforestation has claimed nearly a fifth of its tree cover, which threatens biodiversity and contrib…
October 6, 2017
News Release
CFR Wins Fourth Emmy for Interactive Guide to Deforestation in the Amazon
The Council on Foreign Relations’ (CFR) “Deforestation in the Amazon” InfoGuide won an Emmy Award in the category of “Outstanding New Approaches: Current News.” The award was announced yesterday at t…
September 14, 2017
Kurds
Video: The Time of the Kurds
Kurds have become critical players amid domestic upheaval and political changes throughout the Middle East. Explore the history of the Kurdish people and why some Kurds may be on the verge of achievi…
