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Ukraine Doesn’t Want Wartime Elections
Zelensky is following the law—and the public mood.

India’s New Middle East Strategy Takes Shape
New Delhi is slowly moving away from nonalignment and into the U.S.-led security ecosystem while maintaining relationships with old allies.

Mexico Could Spoil New U.S.-China Fentanyl Plan
As the drug has spread, AMLO has blocked efforts to track and control it.

Macron Breaks Ranks With the West on Israel-Hamas War
Amid deepening internal rifts, France is trying again to punch above its weight on the world stage.

The Big Takeaways From the Biden-Xi APEC Meeting
From new panda promises to failed AI compromises, here are the biggest wins and losses of this week’s U.S.-China tête-à-tête.

The U.S.-China Hotline Rings Again
Biden and Xi agreed to restart military-to-military talks, but not much else.

Biden and Xi Try the Personal Touch
Does face-to-face diplomacy ever change anything?

Why Libertarianism Is Rising in Latin America
The region’s economic conditions are ripe for radical change—and U.S.-backed influence networks see an opening.

The EU’s Plan for Ukraine Could Easily Backfire
Membership bids in Europe sometimes accomplish the opposite of what they intend.

America Is a Heartbeat Away From a War It Could Lose
Global war is neither a theoretical contingency nor the fever dream of hawks and militarists.

The Case for Supporting Ukraine Is Crystal Clear
Note to Congress: Ukraine aid is not charity but serves critical U.S. interests.

Has India’s Adani Group Prevailed?
Nearly a year after bombshell fraud allegations, the conglomerate seems resilient—for now.

Biden, Xi Hold In-Person Talks at APEC Forum
Efforts to reestablish communication channels dominated the highly anticipated summit.

Taiwan’s Room to Maneuver Shrinks as Biden and Xi Meet
As the latest crisis in the straits wraps up, Taipei is on the back foot.

Tanzania’s Threat to Expel Burundians Sets a Dangerous Precedent
Forced removal under the guise of voluntary repatriation could place over 100,000 refugees at risk of harm in their home country.