Biden Doesn’t Know What He Thinks About Sanctions
The United States has committed to combatting corruption—but is hesitating to take on Russia.
U.S.-China Relations Hit a Nadir in 2021
Relations between the world’s two largest economic powers are at historic lows.
Biden’s 2022 Foreign-Policy To-Do List
A preview of the challenges the U.S. president should prepare for in the year ahead.
The Iran Nuclear Deal’s Long Year of Negotiations and Uncertainty
2021 saw a change in Iran’s government and on-again, off-again nuclear talks.
The Quad Should Speak Out Against Russia’s Aggression Toward Ukraine
It’s time for the Indo-Pacific democracies to address the crisis.
How Biden Can Aid Maria Ressa’s Fight for Justice
The Nobel Peace Prize winner’s cause is about more than just press freedom.
Biden’s Democracy Summit Could Backfire
There are dangers to hosting diplomatic meetings without a clear purpose.
The Democrat’s Playbook
Biden’s Summit for Democracy must go on the offensive.
How Bob Dole Saved Bosnia on Capitol Hill
Dole’s Bosnia advocacy throughout the 1992-1995 war made him the most consequential Bosnia hawk in Congress.
The U.S.-China Relationship Has Entered a New Phase
Diplomacy post-Biden-Xi summit is a test of intentions.
It’s Time to Engage With the Taliban. Afghan Lives Depend on It.
The West is wasting time Afghans do not have.
The Case for Defending the Little Guy
Sticking up for smaller powers and Westphalian principles is worth it.
America Should Bet on Bangladesh
Bangladesh has major geopolitical value on its own merits, separate from India or any other country.
Washington’s Blank Check for the United Arab Emirates Must End
The UAE’s bad behavior harms U.S. interests in the Middle East and at home.
Don’t Blame Khalilzad for the Afghanistan Debacle
Zalmay Khalilzad achieved what he was asked to do: Get the United States out of Afghanistan.
It’s Time to Formalize an Alliance With India
A U.S.-India alliance would allow both countries to expand their global strength.
The Powell Doctrine Lives On
Colin Powell’s legacy of restraint gained new relevance after Afghanistan and Iraq.
Will Europe Ever Really Confront China?
The Biden administration is gearing up for a long-term struggle in China—but shouldn’t expect its closest allies by its side.
Yale’s Grand Strategy Program Has Always Been Broken
The university set out to train the next generation of U.S. leaders—but it often failed to educate them.
Americans Got the Foreign-Policy Blob They Asked For
The problem isn’t the establishment, it’s reconciling what Americans want in their foreign policy.