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“Are You Serious?” Awards 2018

January 3, 2019

From Saudi Arabia funding Islamophobic attacks on Muslim congresswomen to Israel arming anti-Semitic militias, we look at some of the more fascinating boondoggles from 2018.

Spanish Elections Offer Another Lesson for the Left

December 20, 2018

Again, the success of right-wing parties reflects less the rise of the right than the collapse of the center.

A Vital Primer on the Push for War in Iran

November 30, 2018

Americans — including those in the White House — know little about Iran and its history with the United States. A new book wants to change that.

Unwrapping Armageddon: The Erosion of Nuclear Arms Control

November 9, 2018

The White House appears to have a broader strategy to unwind over 50 years of agreements to control and limit nuclear weapons.

Is Peace at Hand in Afghanistan?

November 1, 2018

Despite the bloody headlines, a slow-motion alignment of interests could mean peace in Afghanistan — if the Trump administration cooperates.

Syria’s Long War Will Be Decided in These Three Theaters

October 10, 2018

A bloody siege looms over Idlib, the U.S. is digging into the east, and conflict between Iran and Israel may put Syria in the crosshairs.