Security

Critics of overseas development assistance say it's a waste. The evidence shows that investments in public health enhance stability and security.

In its attempts to control Uighurs abroad, the Chinese government is holding families hostage.

Germany is poised to become Europe’s first line of defense, but facing down a revanchist Russia will require more spending and better coordination among NATO allies.

Contrary to conventional wisdom, the neighbors are finding ways to make it work.

The Trump administration looked small and inconsequential on the international stage.

A decade of targeted assassinations has pushed the boundaries of Israel's laws and military ethics — and harmed its image across the globe.

Western countries are looking for new ways to defend against a new generation of war. Does a center in Finland have the answers?

America’s military is the only institution that can break the partisan deadlock on the worst threat the nation faces.

After eight years at Foreign Policy, here are the ten most popular Best Defense posts.

Menendez stands accused of using his oversight role to guarantee visas and business transactions for friend.

Two years on from the signing of the agreement to curtail Tehran’s nuclear program, Israel and the region are safer than ever from the threat of mullahs with a bomb.

Differences among top U.S. officials are complicating policy with the Asia Pacific community.