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How to Get More U.S. Weapons to Ukraine
Opening Europe’s 150 billion euro defense fund to U.S. companies could seal the deal.
The Women Carrying Water—and the World
The complicated life of women struggling with climate change—and cultural change—in Kashmir’s mountains.
Will Belém Kill Paris?
COP30 in Brazil tests the 2015 climate accord at a pivotal moment.
How Russia Sanctions Could Affect India
U.S. and EU penalties on Russian oil companies raise the stakes for New Delhi’s trade talks with Washington.
South Korea Courts Trump During Visit
East Asian countries are using a tried-and-true method to woo the U.S. president and secure better trade deals.
The U.S. Government’s Repair Bills Are Coming Due
Decades of accumulated technical debt have hollowed out state capacity.
Tanzania’s Unfree Election
The country heads to the polls in an increasingly authoritarian political environment.
‘Putin Doesn’t Want Peace’
Estonia’s president on Russia, Ukraine, NATO, drones, and Trump.
The U.S. Is Withdrawing Some Troops From Eastern Europe
Top congressional Republicans expressed concern over the lack of consultation.
Milei’s Midterm Miracle
Did Argentine voters endorse their president’s economic overhaul—or cow to Trump’s threats?
Why Putin’s Energy Weapon Failed
New measures from the United States and European Union confirm why Russian energy exports were always a double-edged sword.
Russia Aims to Freeze Ukraine Into Submission
Moscow is targeting Ukraine’s natural gas supply, right with winter just around the corner.
ASEAN’s Mixed Feelings About U.S.-China Detente
What if China ends up with a better deal than Southeast Asia?
Can Trump and Xi Strike a Deal?
Both sides are sending positive signals ahead of a Thursday meeting, but a temporary truce may be more likely.
U.S. Government Shutdown Sorely Tests National Security State
One month into federal funding shortfall, U.S. defense and diplomacy resources are being stretched.