Al-Durra Field: Another Front for Regional Tensions with Iran
The Al-Durra natural gas field is emerging as a major new front in Iran-Saudi tension, one that could ultimately test their nascent bilateral détente.
Navigating the Boris Backlash in the UK
With nothing going according to plan for the Johnson government, a new election looms – but only after Brexit is delayed once again.
Budapest, Belgrade, Kyiv and The Direction of Europe
Early pan-European solidarity is showing signs of strain as the focus of the Ukraine war shifts toward the east.
What’s Next After Tunisia’s “Populist Wave” Elections?
Voters may have demanded change, but whether they get it or not is still very much up in the air.
Global Forecast (01-04-2016)
Analysis and short-term forecasting on key military, political, and economic events around the globe.
Modi’s Foreign Policy: Tectonic Shift or Business as Usual?
A decisive electoral win in the world’s largest democracy has the potential to re-draw some of Asia’s longstanding geopolitical fault lines.
Forecast 2014: Northeast Asia
The Geopoliticalmonitor’s Zachary Fillingham examines some of the defining political, economic, and military trends for Northeast Asia in 2014.
Now May Be the Time for Talks with North Korea
The combination of pressure from China, tightening sanctions, and a yet incomplete nuclear program may have opened a window of opportunity for negotiations with Pyongyang.
Bolivia Aims to Break into Rare Earths Market
Rare earth element mining may bring economic growth to Bolivia, but it’s highly unlikely to break the land-locked country out of its long-term dependence on primary exports.
Targeted Killings, Drones, and the Myth of Precision
Though it might seem otherwise, drone strikes aren’t the only tactical option for counterterrorism operations.