Wars can have many and diverse causes. But when local conflicts become intertwined with geopolitics and geoeconomics they become especially dangerous and destabilizing.
How to Deconstruct the New Iron Curtain
Here are some sensible ways the United States can prevent World War III.
Blinken’s Trip to Africa
The secretary of state’s latest trip to four African countries reveals America’s impotence in the post-hegemonic world.
What’s Going to Happen to Taiwan?
After the invasions of Ukraine and Gaza, do borders still mean anything to powerful countries?
Another Major War in 2024?
The United States and China are still treading on the precipice.
Drone Warfare in the Nuclear Age
It’s artificial, but not intelligent.
Africa at the Crossroads
The recent coup in Niger has been seen in the West as a setback for democracy. The reality is more complex.
Drilling Our Way to Climate Doom
The United States leads the world in oil and natural gas production.
We Oppose McCarthyism and Apologizing for China
Here’s how to oppose Cold War rhetoric and still be an internationalist who supports democracy and human rights.
A Tale of Two Missions
African leaders visited Russia and Ukraine. The U.S. secretary of state visited China. Is detente making a comeback?