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Will Ukraine’s Kursk Offensive Turn the Tide?
Kyiv’s risky incursion could be game-changing—or allow Russia to entrench its gains in Donetsk.

How Trump and Harris Differ on Economic Policy
Economist Adam Posen says the two campaigns diverge sharply on migration and the dollar, but have both proposed industrial policies that are “not fit for purpose.”

How to Force Capitalism to Stop Climate Change
Central banks should stop pretending to be neutral about saving the planet.

Ukraine’s Democratic Progress Is Entirely on Track
The West’s talk of corruption problems is nothing more than excuse-making.

Will New Leaders Shake Up Mexico’s Nearshoring Boom?
Foreign direct investment in the country’s manufacturing sector is up—for now.

The Dangerous Decline in Israeli Strategy
For decades, the Zionist project has been getting worse at defending itself.

The Technocrat
Gina Raimondo has reshaped the Commerce Department for technological competition with China.

Kenyan Protests See Journalists in the Firing Line
A key ally of the United States is cracking down on press freedoms.

Hamas Skips Cease-Fire, Hostage Release Talks in Qatar
Both sides accuse the other of delaying negotiations as the death toll in Gaza surpasses 40,000 people.

Washington Is Out of Sync With Its Wartime Allies
The White House has been kept out of the loop on several major wartime decisions by Israel and Ukraine.

How 100,000 Palestinians Are Surviving in Egypt Without Refugee Status
Even after buying their way out of Gaza, Palestinians remain vulnerable.

Japan’s Public Didn’t Buy Fumio Kishida’s New Capitalism
As another prime minister steps down, the era of mayfly leadership may be back.

Trump Made Progress on Foreign Lobbying. Biden Reversed It.
The current administration’s record on combatting foreign influence is disastrous.

The Philippines Is Washington’s New Front Line Against China
Manila is receiving unprecedented U.S. help to beef up its defenses.

‘They Promised to Take Out Our Families’: The Afghans America Left Behind
Ahmad Haidari flew a U.S.-funded helicopter out of Kabul in August 2021 and hasn’t seen his wife and children since.