Elephants in the Room

The tribalism infecting U.S. domestic politics has unfortunately crept deep into the foreign-policy discourse.

A crackdown is long overdue.

The United States owes a great debt to its 41st president.

From being wary about the Middle East to protecting America’s intelligence services, the former president was far more prescient than he’s often given credit for.

George H.W. Bush's administration was evidence of what the establishment was capable of.

He should confront Trump’s mistakes and put forward a positive agenda.

The Trump administration is right to call out the region’s rogues for their destabilizing behavior.

Trump has a window of opportunity to demand real change.

Once sanctions are back in full force, the United States needs to be ready for the worst.

Voters are manifesting their profound unhappiness with the status quo. Jair Bolsonaro is the result.

Beijing’s authoritarian political warfare demands a strong response.

It’s not too late for Trump’s departing U.N. ambassador to cut Washington’s peacekeeping costs.

The United States needs to keep Europe on board, go beyond sanctions, and ensure lasting bipartisan support for its new policy.

Trump’s U.N. ambassador is the only cabinet official to have emerged from the administration stronger than ever.

Washington should explore retaliatory measures that impose real costs on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Washington should hand over U.S. military and political roles to other countries, including China.

It is time for other governments to step up.

The United States has a profound interest in helping Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman avoid his own worst impulses.

The president isn't being subverted by the deep state—he's being thwarted by bureaucracy.

Maximum financial pressure might be enough to force new nuclear talks.