Venezuela’s Economic Crisis Transforming into a Political One
A broken economy, a fed-up electorate, and an intransigent ruling party have set the stage for a serious political crisis in Venezuela.
Ebola in DRC: Violence and Instability in a Hot Zone
The Ebola epidemic response is failing in the DRC, and local policing procedures might have something to do with it.
Understanding the Brazilian “Spring”
Ted Hewitt explores the real reasons behind the protest movement that has swept through Brazil in recent weeks.
Navigating a Post-Merkel Germany
Chancellor Merkel leaves behind a far more precarious political order than the one she inherited in 2005.
Conservatives Never Wanted Brexit
Brexit was never the Conservative Party’s idea. In fact, it was always one of its’ worst nightmares.
Russia vs. Turkey: Geopolitics and Energy Security
In his haste to punish Turkey, Putin may be undermining Russia’s long-term geopolitical position as a key energy supplier.
While Washington Sleeps, China Continues to Make Inroads in Africa
And the real winner is ultimately the Chinese economy.
Arctic Ownership Update
This report builds on the previously published Arctic ownership backgrounder. Its aim is to highlight new developments in the scramble for Arctic oil.
FLASH: Merkel’s Future in Question after Coalition Talks Collapse
Coalition talks have collapsed in Germany, setting the stage for a do-or-die electoral rematch for Angela Merkel and the CDU.