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(L-R) The chairman of the "Voice" (Hlas) political party Peter Pellegrini, the Chairman of the social democratic Smer party Robert Fico and the chairman of the  far-right Slovak National Party (SNS) Andrej Danko take their seats as they agreed on a coalition to form a new government in Bratislava, Slovakia, on Oct. 11.
(L-R) The chairman of the "Voice" (Hlas) political party Peter Pellegrini, the Chairman of the social democratic Smer party Robert Fico and the chairman of the far-right Slovak National Party (SNS) Andrej Danko take their seats as they agreed on a coalition to form a new government in Bratislava, Slovakia, on Oct. 11.

Robert Fico Isn’t the Next Viktor Orban

Slovakia’s resurrected leader needed allies to form a government—and he isn’t as pro-Russian as many observers fear.

People take part in a rally to show their support for Palestinians and opposition to Israel’s military operations in Gaza in Santiago, Chile, on Oct. 10.
People take part in a rally to show their support for Palestinians and opposition to Israel’s military operations in Gaza in Santiago, Chile, on Oct. 10.

Why Chile’s Response to the Israel-Hamas War Stands Out

The country is home to the largest Palestinian diaspora outside of the Middle East.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken speak to the media in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken speak to the media in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Blinken Visits Israel to Pledge U.S. Military Aid

The White House will send nearly $2 billion to Israel.

U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a roundtable with Jewish community leaders on Oct. 11 in Washington.
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a roundtable with Jewish community leaders on Oct. 11 in Washington.

Has Washington’s Middle East Policy Failed?

The status quo is unworkable, but no one appears to be offering viable long-term solutions.

Mourners attend the funeral of Israeli soldier Shilo Rauchberger at the Mount Herzl cemetery in Jerusalem. Wreaths of flowers adorn the grave in front of them as heads in the crowd are bowed in mourning. An Israeli flag is in front of one man.
Mourners attend the funeral of Israeli soldier Shilo Rauchberger at the Mount Herzl cemetery in Jerusalem. Wreaths of flowers adorn the grave in front of them as heads in the crowd are bowed in mourning. An Israeli flag is in front of one man.

Hamas’s Strategy of Failure

Its attack on Israel is likely to set the group back and will prove especially devastating to ordinary Palestinians.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a news conference with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas (not seen) following their meeting in Ramallah, West Bank.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a news conference with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas (not seen) following their meeting in Ramallah, West Bank.

Modi’s Comments on Israel-Gaza War Signal Shift

Forthrightly expressing solidarity with Israel, India steps away from a long-held approach toward the Palestinians.

An Israeli army self-propelled howitzer fires rounds near the border with Gaza in southern Israel on October 11, 2023.
An Israeli army self-propelled howitzer fires rounds near the border with Gaza in southern Israel on October 11, 2023.
Keys are left in a door riddled with bullet holes and stained with blood in a kibbutz in Israel after a Hamas raid on civilians.
Keys are left in a door riddled with bullet holes and stained with blood in a kibbutz in Israel after a Hamas raid on civilians.

Why the Israeli Hostages Face Grim Prospects

Boaz Ganor, an experienced hostage negotiator, explains the trade-offs confronting Israel’s government.

Israeli soldiers search among the cars and tents at the Supernova music festival site where hundreds were killed and dozens taken by Hamas militants in Kibbutz Re'im, Israel, near the border with Gaza.
Israeli soldiers search among the cars and tents at the Supernova music festival site where hundreds were killed and dozens taken by Hamas militants in Kibbutz Re'im, Israel, near the border with Gaza.

‘Israel Has No Intention of Giving Hamas a Prize’

A peace activist involved in previous hostage negotiations describes how Netanyahu will handle the release of abducted Israelis.

Palestinians gather in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on Oct. 10, 2023, to express their support for the Gaza Strip.
Palestinians gather in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on Oct. 10, 2023, to express their support for the Gaza Strip.

The View From Ramallah

Palestinians see a double standard in Western support for Ukraine’s fight against occupation.

Slawomir Mentzen, leader of Poland’s Konfederacja Party points to a cardboard cutout of PiS leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski  during a rally ahead of October’s general elections on Sept. 28, in Wroclaw, Poland.
Slawomir Mentzen, leader of Poland’s Konfederacja Party points to a cardboard cutout of PiS leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski during a rally ahead of October’s general elections on Sept. 28, in Wroclaw, Poland.

How Konfederacja Became Poland’s Kingmaker

A far-right, anti-establishment party is already forcing a change in Warsaw’s Ukraine policy, and it will influence the next government whether it joins a coalition or stays out.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attend a conference in Tel Aviv on July 6, 2017.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attend a conference in Tel Aviv on July 6, 2017.

Will India Draw Closer to Israel?

New Delhi’s long-standing balancing act between Israel and the Palestinians faces its toughest test yet.

Smoke rises on a hill shelled by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
Smoke rises on a hill shelled by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.

Israel Retaliates Against Hezbollah Rockets From Lebanon

Tensions are high at Israel’s northern border amid the ongoing war with Hamas.

An offshore oil construction platform stands in the Mediterranean Sea while oil tanker ships float nearby. No land is visible, and the horizon line is hazy between the dark water and the blue sky.
An offshore oil construction platform stands in the Mediterranean Sea while oil tanker ships float nearby. No land is visible, and the horizon line is hazy between the dark water and the blue sky.

The Israel-Hamas War Could Upend Global Energy Security

If the conflict worsens, spillover effects could disrupt gas production and major shipping chokepoints.

Palestinian militants fire rockets toward Israel from Rafah, southern Gaza Strip.
Palestinian militants fire rockets toward Israel from Rafah, southern Gaza Strip.

What Israeli Intelligence Got Wrong About Hamas

Hubris and toxic politics fueled a mistaken belief in containment.

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