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A redrawing of maps in Yemen, Somalia, and elsewhere might serve U. S. interests.

Sycophancy and ideology have replaced realistic assessments of dangers.

Germany and Poland can be the continent’s future—but can’t manage their politics today.

A brief history of how Saudi and Emirati grand strategies diverged.

Current trendlines point to more U. S. military engagement in the region, not less.

Senators attacked the Trump administration’s justification for Maduro’s capture.

Foreign countries appear worried that the United States’ immigration crackdown could have spillover effects.

A franchising model has led to “inspired” rather than “directed” attacks.

The trade pact may be getting all the attention, but the pair also inked a landmark defense agreement.

African governments are increasingly putting the brakes on Washington-led health plans.

That may not be a good thing.

After defeat, Kurdish aspirations for autonomy remain.

The “rules-based international order” may prove stronger than Trump—or anyone else—realizes.

The Trump administration has done little as China threatens U. S. allies.