Politics

After his disastrous handling of COVID-19, India’s prime minister is attempting to seize back the narrative.

Americans concerned about the future of their democracy can learn from the system they helped install in Germany.

Open battle broke out in downtown Beirut this week—and the chances for political justice slipped further away.

A new book argues that Boris Johnson’s government is already losing its grip. Here’s why that’s wishful thinking.

This week in FP’s international news quiz: The Taliban seek international recognition, a scandal rocks the IMF, and Iraq holds elections.

Amman should reannex the West Bank to end Israel’s illegal occupation, bring peace and prosperity, and give Palestinians democratic rights.

A collapsing state risks creating a catastrophic refugee crisis.

Donor countries are questioning the merits of a broken system. They must radically reevaluate how they deliver aid—not stop providing it.

Pushed by an ascendent far-right, the search for an attractive, modern conservatism won’t be easy.

Pro-Iran parties lost support, say they’ll reject the results, and are threatening violence.

A crackdown on government critics accompanied coronavirus lockdowns. It hasn’t let up.

This week in FP’s international news quiz: Nobel Prizes, digital outages, and the first movie filmed in space.

Although the AfD can’t be ruled out as a political force, observers see lessons in recent elections on how to quell radical populism.

Democracy is at risk as Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari’s power grows unchecked.

President Ebrahim Raisi doesn’t consider reviving the nuclear deal a top priority.