Can the next leader of Pakistan lead the country out of corruption, poverty, and war?
What Next for Pakistan and Imran Khan?
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Europe & Central Asia
It’s Time for NATO to Go the Way of the Warsaw Pact
Trump stole the headlines, but the recent NATO summit declaration suggests the odds of an unnecessary conflict are rising.
Trump’s Dirty Money
Russian money saved Trump when his projects were on the verge of collapse. Will it now be the cause of his political demise?
Pashtun Lives Matter
In Pakistan, the police killing of a Pashtun social media star stirred a popular uprising for democracy and demilitarization.
Europe Should Bolt NATO
Europe should take advantage of Trump’s hostile attitude to get out of a relationship that’s brought more drawbacks than benefits.
The Transatlantic Trump Effect
If Trump’s aggressive style and populist impulses have encouraged his political soulmates abroad, they’ve also provoked a backlash in defense of democratic norms.
What’s Behind Trump’s Assault on Europe
Trump is attacking Europe and siding with Russia for political — and not just personal — reasons.
Bad Bugs: How the White House Is Stoking a World Public Health Crisis
Bad pathogens and bad policies go hand-in-hand.
It’s Not Just the U.S. with a Gerrymandering Problem — Look at Pakistan
In one Pakistani province, it took just 544 voters to choose a chief minister. But 80,000 minorities there may not get a single representative.
The Dictator Dating Game
Three eligible dictators. One president who’s wooed strongmen for decades. Who will he choose?!