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U.S. President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Dec. 31, 2020.
U.S. President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Dec. 31, 2020.

How Much Do Trump’s Personnel Choices Matter?

Kori Schake on loyalty in Trump’s world and what to expect from a second term.

A woman in sunglasses holds up a Georgian flag, with an EU flag wrapped around her shoulders.
A woman in sunglasses holds up a Georgian flag, with an EU flag wrapped around her shoulders.

How Russia Could Exploit Georgia’s Political Turmoil

A contested election may cement Tbilisi’s drift away from the West.

A large crowd of displaced Palestinians wait to buy bread in Gaza.
A large crowd of displaced Palestinians wait to buy bread in Gaza.

Israel Has Failed to Meet U.S. Gaza Aid Demands, Humanitarian Groups Report

The territory’s humanitarian situation has declined ahead of the Biden administration’s deadline, according to aid groups.

U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik speaks during a campaign rally for then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.
U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik speaks during a campaign rally for then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Trump’s First 3 Foreign-Policy Moves

The U.S. president-elect has nominated a U.N. ambassador, backed Israel’s war against Hamas, and reportedly spoken to Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

People walk past the logotype at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Nov. 11.
People walk past the logotype at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Nov. 11.

COP29 Kicks Off Under Trump’s Shadow

The former U.S. leader’s reelection has cast a pall over tense climate talks in Baku.

Taiwanese soldiers participate in a disaster simulation during training at the National Defense Medical Center in Taipei.
Taiwanese soldiers participate in a disaster simulation during training at the National Defense Medical Center in Taipei.
A Russian soldier patrols the Northern Clover military base on the island of Kotelny in the Russian Arctic on April 3, 2019.
A Russian soldier patrols the Northern Clover military base on the island of Kotelny in the Russian Arctic on April 3, 2019.

The New U.S. Arctic Strategy Is Wrong to Focus on China

It emphasizes limited Chinese activities instead of the much more potent Russian threat.

Josep Borrell arrives at an extraordinary meeting of EU leaders in Brussels on May 31, 2022.
Josep Borrell arrives at an extraordinary meeting of EU leaders in Brussels on May 31, 2022.

In Defense of Sanctions

The European Union’s top diplomat makes the case for sanctions to protect global peace.

Maccabi supporters wave yellow flags during a soccer game in Amsterdam.
Maccabi supporters wave yellow flags during a soccer game in Amsterdam.

Antisemitic Attacks Target Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam

The violent riots highlight a surge in anti-Jewish acts across the Netherlands in recent months.

Al From in a tux with a green cumberbund laughs with Hillary Clinton, her mouth wide and eyes closed, and wearing a sequined top. Others in formal clothing are seated at tables around them.
Al From in a tux with a green cumberbund laughs with Hillary Clinton, her mouth wide and eyes closed, and wearing a sequined top. Others in formal clothing are seated at tables around them.

Why Democrats Should Proceed to the Center With Caution

The party must reimagine its strategy but heed historical lessons about how.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu claps her hands and smiles, surrounded by a small crowd of people who are also clapping. Sandu also has a bouquet of flowers tucked under her arm.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu claps her hands and smiles, surrounded by a small crowd of people who are also clapping. Sandu also has a bouquet of flowers tucked under her arm.

What in the World?

Test yourself on the week of Nov. 2: The United States votes, Interpol convenes its General Assembly, and several cabinet ministers get the boot.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump arrive for a meeting at Trump Tower in New York City on Sept. 27.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump arrive for a meeting at Trump Tower in New York City on Sept. 27.

Why Ukraine Is Ready to Gamble on Trump

Kyiv has been increasingly frustrated with the outgoing Biden team, and a Kamala Harris victory would have posed its own challenges.

British newspapers including the Guardian, the Telegraph, the Financial Times, and the Mirror are scattered on a tabletop overlapping each other. Each has a photo of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on the page; accompanying headlines include "American dread" and "Again?"
British newspapers including the Guardian, the Telegraph, the Financial Times, and the Mirror are scattered on a tabletop overlapping each other. Each has a photo of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on the page; accompanying headlines include "American dread" and "Again?"

Britain’s Labour Will Struggle With Trump in White House

Past criticisms are coming back to haunt U.K. leaders.

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US-Election-trump-graphics-voter-turnout-1500x100-HP-override

6 Charts That Explain the 2024 U.S. Election

From the perpetual campaign cycle to turnout, we examined how the Nov. 5 vote compared with those in other countries this year.

A painting shows the founding fathers of the United States gathered around papers on a table in an ornate room.
A painting shows the founding fathers of the United States gathered around papers on a table in an ornate room.
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