When the Berlin Wall fell 30 years ago, it shook up U.S. politics. Here’s how. James Goldgeier - November 8, 2019 Republicans have been divided on foreign policy ever since the Cold War ended.
In Somalia, can al-Shabab be defeated? Here’s why a nonmilitary option might succeed. Christian Taylor - November 5, 2019 It’s critical to keep defectors from rejoining.
In Somalia, al-Shabab targeted U.S. and E.U. forces this week. Here’s what these troops are doing there. Paul Williams - October 3, 2019 U.S. airstrikes and al-Shabab attacks are on the rise.
Afghanistan holds elections Saturday. Here’s what to know about its democratic process. Dipali Mukhopadhyay - September 26, 2019 This election could enable the Afghan state to better serve its citizens and hold space against extremism for the international community.
U.S. military confrontation with Iran would be unpopular. Here’s why. Jason Brownlee - August 19, 2019 Survey data shows when Americans are – and aren’t – up for intervention.
Here’s how India’s decision to cut Kashmir’s autonomy will affect South Asia — and the world Asfandyar Mir - August 8, 2019 Watch these four key relationships.
Iran’s cooperation with the Taliban could affect talks on U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan Ariane Tabatabai - August 8, 2019 Here’s what’s motivating the recently publicized ties.
Why do Facebook and Twitter’s anti-extremist guidelines allow right-wingers more freedom than Islamists? Anna Meier - July 31, 2019 Relying on governments to designate organizations as terrorists means “de-platforming” is always political.
Pakistan’s leader Imran Khan meets President Trump this week. Here’s what to expect. Asfandyar Mir - July 21, 2019 Strained relations or not, there’s a lot at stake for both countries.
Oil probably won’t cause a war with Iran, but it certainly adds fuel to the blaze Jeff D. Colgan - July 20, 2019 Tensions are high, and liquid natural gas tankers are vulnerable to attack.