Algeria’s Assertive Turn: Reclaiming a Regional Role
A diplomatic rupture with the UAE highlights Algeria’s effort to recover influence across North Africa and beyond.
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Arctic Thaw Unlocks Routes and Raises Strategic Stakes
Melting Arctic ice is opening shipping lanes, drawing commercial interests and strategic competition that reshape regional governance and environmental risk.
Trump rejects claims that China and Russia are aiding Iran
Trump dismissed allegations that China and Russia are aiding Iran, saying both nations have too much at stake and any support would be detected quickly.
How Washington Can Undercut the China–Russia Entente Without Direct Confrontation
A pragmatic U.S. strategy can exploit tensions, reinforce partners and increase the costs of a China–Russia axis without military escalation.
Accountability Options for Alleged War Crimes by a U.S. Leader
Domestic probes, international courts and sanctions outline routes to pursue accountability for alleged war crimes by a U.S. leader.
Rebuilding U.S. Credibility Abroad Starts with Pluralism at Home
To lead again on human rights, the U.S. must restore pluralism at home and pursue consistent, multilateral engagement abroad.
Trump’s regional strategy leans on Gulf and Turkey ties, Syria gains; Iran complicates Iraq
Trump’s integration approach builds on Gulf and Turkey partnerships and Syria gains, while Iran’s influence complicates progress in Iraq.
How Xi Jinping Viewed the United States During the Trump Years
An evidence-based look at Beijing’s strategic response to U.S. policy under Trump and the lasting effects on bilateral ties.
Gulf Hedging Fails to Shield Region from War’s Fallout
Gulf states’ security balancing has not prevented economic and security fallout from regional war, exposing limits of current strategies.
China’s Quiet Advance: How Beijing Gained Ground as U.S. Influence Waned
In 19 months Washington ceded economic and diplomatic ground to Beijing, reshaping regional ties and global institutions.