FOREIGN POLICY

MAY 22. 2026

Trump’s About-Face on U. S. Troops in Poland Mystifies Allies

The abrupt policy reversal leaves NATO allies wondering to what extent the United States will defend Europe.

What the U. S. Should Have Learned From Past Ebola Outbreaks

The West’s shortsightedness in Africa is more apparent than ever.

‘The Boys’ Turned Superhero Satire Against American Politics

The series has been the most on-the-nose fictional take on Trumpism so far.

The Book About the U. S. Military That Everyone Should Be Reading Now

Kori Schake’s ‘The State and the Soldier’ is the discussion on civilian control of the military that this moment requires.

‘Atropia’ Takes on the War on Terror

For a movie set 20 years ago, it has a surprising amount to say about today’s wars in the Middle East.

The Next Pandemic Will Come From a Conflict Zone

The latest Ebola outbreak underscores a central flaw with the global preparedness model.

Xi’s Flurry of Post-Trump Diplomacy

The Chinese president may be preparing for a rare and momentous trip to Pyongyang.

China’s Fallen Generals Are Getting Unexpectedly Harsh Punishments

Chinese President Xi Jinping is raising the floor for punishing purge targets.

Is the United States on the Verge of Military Intervention in Cuba?

Seizing Castro could prove more costly and less effective than the capture of Maduro.

No Limits, No Good Options

Putin’s visit to China shows that Russia is getting sucked deeper into a profoundly unequal relationship.

Violence Looms Over Colombia’s Election

Three presidential candidates lead the field ahead of a first-round vote.

Geopolitical Chaos is Wrecking Pandemic Agreements

U. S. dysfunction is undercutting attempts at equality.

How the West Misreads Modi’s Success

India may be less liberal now, but it remains democratic.

Why the Quad Was Doomed From the Start

The Philippines has replaced India in Washington’s security calculus on China.