Ukraine War: Biden Approves Strikes on Russia
President Biden has authorized the use of US weapons on Russian territory around Kharkiv, following similar moves by European allies. But more will be needed if there’s to be any hope of a Ukrainian victory.
New President, Old Policies in Iran
The deaths of Iran’s president and foreign minister may spur some internal debates, but don’t expect domestic and foreign policy to undergo any radical changes.
The AfD and China’s Marriage of Convenience
Recent scandals involving Germany’s Alternative for Germany (AfD) party and China are not an exception and reflect growing efforts by authoritarian states to destabilize Western democracies.
Britain Leading Fight against Axis of Authoritarian States
London’s assertive stance against Russia and China is justified; accommodation from Biden and Scholz is only adding fuel to the fires of the Ukraine war.
National Security Education in China and Hong Kong
Examining the increasingly authoritarian and nationalist character of national security education in China.
East of Suez: The Folly of Britain’s Return to the Indian Ocean
‘Tilting’ to the east of Suez is surely no longer in Britain’s best interests. It's time to veer back into Europe.
Mexico Heads to Polls amid Surging Cartel Violence
Spiking cartel violence has spilled onto the campaign trail, leading some organizations to classify Mexico as a high-risk country.
Washington’s Policy of Selective Blindness in the Middle East
Washington risks breaking the cardinal rule of realpolitik: Never allow a minor ally to precipitate a major conflict.
China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway: Better Late than Never
Twenty-seven years in the making, the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is finally under construction. The route could be a game-changer in China-Europe trade; however, significant financial, technical, and geopolitical challenges remain.
The Russian Economy Two Years into the Ukraine War
The Russian economy has proven far more resilient than many predicted at the onset of the Ukraine war. But there’s a limit to how long Moscow can spend beyond its means.