US Raises the Flag, and Stakes, in South China Sea
Is Washington’s newfound assertiveness on the South China Sea dispute a matter of long-term statecraft, or short-term electioneering?
Dissolving the Leviathan in Lebanon
The mismanagement of Lebanon is almost criminally negligent. But perhaps that’s the point.
Geopolitical Snapshot: Nigeria
Will the Tinubu reforms accomplish their goal of luring foreign investors back into Nigerian oil, or will rule of law concerns keep them away?
Italy’s Mediterranean Jigsaw: Geopolitics of a Sidelined Naval Power
Examining Italy’s favorable geography and the geopolitical clout that it bestows around the Mediterranean Sea. This geography once helped make Italy a major trading and naval power. Will it again?
The rise of private contractors in Iraq
As the United States withdraws its combat forces from Iraq, the government is hiring more private guards to protect U.S. installations at a cost that could near $1 billion, according to the special inspector general for Iraq reconstruction.
Energy Security in the EU: Pipelines, Powers, and Political Relations
The EU’s quest for energy security from Russia is not as straightforward as it seems.
Italy Returns to the Horn of Africa
After a three-decade absence from the Horn of Africa, Italy is re-engaging with the region – and its ambitions go well beyond the issue of migration.
TPP Back on the Table for the United States
It was always going to be a matter of time, but few predicted the about face would come this quickly.
The Saudi Connection in the Belgium Attacks
Anyone familiar with the rise of Islamic extremism in Belgium would not be surprised by last week’s attacks.
Will the 2018 Elections Truly Reshape Mexico?
It’s hard to separate the reality from the hype surrounding Mexico’s new president.