While sports may temporarily transcend divisions in society, events like the Olympics rarely serve to advance countries’ diplomatic aims.

Averting famine will require Saudi Arabia to permit the resumption of commercial shipping of food and fuel to the besieged country.

President Trump’s denunciation of the Iran nuclear deal has put the agreement on shaky footing, even if Congress declines to reinstate sanctions.

Despite Myanmar’s recent transition to civilian leadership, the military has retained significant power and is most to blame for the sectarian violence against the Rohingya.

Despite a verbal commitment to international standards, the Chinese government lacks the political will to take on trafficking and protect broader human rights.