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Isabelle DeSisto and Elizabeth Nugent - February 25, 2026

New research finds that exile prolongs and escalates revolutions.

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The Intervision song contest delivered politics, propaganda, and controversy.

Stacie Goddard - June 13, 2025

Here’s how to understand Israel’s decision.

Page Fortna - January 17, 2025

And what are the prospects for the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas?

Stacie Goddard - January 9, 2025

Trump doesn’t seem to understand that nations don’t buy and sell territory any more.

Erica De Bruin and Heather Sullivan - January 8, 2025

Brazil’s democracy faced a major test, according to the police report on this coup attempt.

Brent E. Sasley - January 6, 2025

Nasrallah’s end, Netanyahu’s warrant, and Assad’s fall.

Stacie Goddard - September 25, 2024

Israel has gone on the offensive, targeting Hezbollah.