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How New EU Rules Could Change Rural Africa
The bloc’s scheme to fight deforestation could disrupt farmers’ work—but they might be able to use it to their advantage.

Why the Gulf States Are Likely Backing Trump
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates see his return to the White House as an opportunity to further bolster their regional ambitions.

Iran Has Every Reason Now to Go Nuclear
Israel’s latest wars are changing Tehran’s strategic calculations.

Trump Accuses U.K. Labour Party of U.S. Election Interference
Prime Minister Keir Starmer brushed off the allegations, saying Britons volunteer in their own time.

Jake Sullivan’s Closing Argument on Biden’s Global Economic Agenda
The U.S. national security advisor defended the administration’s approach to allies and adversaries alike.

India and China Reach Border Breakthrough
An agreement to resume patrols in Ladakh should benefit trade ties, but it’s not a prelude to a broader detente.

Ratan Tata’s Three Lessons for India
The illustrious tycoon leaves an important legacy as India’s economy booms again.

Sinwar’s Death Gives Bibi a Boost—but Not Much More
A cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas remains far off.

Why North Korea’s Deployment of Troops to Russia Really Matters
Questions abound about the combat quality of Pyongyang’s troops, but they could bail out Moscow and end up alarming Seoul.

Georgia Braces for High-Stakes Election
Opposition leaders say the Oct. 26 vote is crucial for the country’s democracy—as well as its chance to join the European Union.

David Petraeus: Israel Needs to Adapt Its Strategy
The former U.S. general and CIA chief on the importance of rebuilding in Gaza—and lessons for Israel from America’s wars in the Middle East.

Can Chinese Americans Help Turn Georgia Blue Again?
Concerns about Beijing’s influence loom large in a state where Asian American voters mobilized in 2020.

Turkey’s BRICS Balancing Act
By applying to join the group, Ankara is signaling to the West that it should not be taken for granted.

The U.N. Is Ineffective in Lebanon—and Indispensable
UNIFIL is loved by no one—but may be needed by all.

Why Sinwar’s Death Matters
The Hamas leader’s demise closes the first act of the war and sets up what comes next.