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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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Can ‘Safe Third Country’ Agreements Resolve the Asylum Crisis?
Washington is hoping it can force asylum seekers to stay south of the border.
Why the Japan-South Korea Dispute Just Got Worse
Seoul’s decision to abandon an important military intelligence-sharing agreement with Tokyo could hurt regional security and U.S. interests related to China and North Korea.
Why Is Zimbabwe Starving?
Long-standing financial troubles and drought in Zimbabwe have pushed millions to the brink of starvation.
Can U.S.-Taliban Peace Talks End the War in Afghanistan?
U.S. officials say that they are close to reaching a deal with the Taliban, but peace in Afghanistan would still not be guaranteed.
The Crisis in Hong Kong: What to Know
As protesters in Hong Kong use increasingly creative means to demand change, the possibility that Beijing will respond with force is growing.
Is China Manipulating Its Currency?
The Trump administration has declared China a currency manipulator, but what that means for the ongoing trade war is far from clear.
Kashmir: What to Know About the Disputed Region
The Indian government’s surprise move to strip autonomy from part of Kashmir heightens tensions with Pakistan over the disputed region.
The Domestic U.S. Terror Threat: What to Know
The latest mass shootings have prompted calls for more vigorous action by U.S. counterterrorism authorities, but the target is elusive.
The Japan-South Korea Trade Dispute: What to Know
The global tech industry and U.S. interests in Asia could suffer if the dispute isn’t resolved soon.
What the INF Treaty’s Collapse Means for Nuclear Proliferation
The collapse of the Cold War–era nuclear arms treaty signals trouble for U.S.-Russia relations, European security, and nonproliferation efforts.
South Korea-Russia Air Incident: What to Know
South Korea fired warning shots at a Russian warplane after it violated Seoul’s airspace over disputed islands. Here’s what that means for the region.
Who Counts in the 2020 U.S. Census?
If the Trump administration succeeds in securing citizenship data, the 2020 census could transform the way in which political power is distributed in the United States.
France’s Tech Tax: What to Know
With France raising taxes on big tech firms, Washington says American companies are being unfairly targeted.
Is China Undermining Human Rights at the United Nations?
Under President Xi Jinping, China is pressing the United Nations’ human rights body to favor national sovereignty and development over calling out domestic rights abuses.
The Venezuelan Exodus
More than three million Venezuelans have fled poverty, hunger, violence, and persecution in recent years, journeying throughout the Americas and Southern Europe.