FOREIGN POLICY

JANUARY 30. 2026

How Realistic Is Carney’s Call to Action?

U. S. allies are uniquely vulnerable to coercion by the United States.

JANUARY 29. 2026

What Is—and Isn’t—in Trump’s New National Defense Strategy

The Pentagon quietly released the major policy document.

U. S. Weighs Military Action Against Iran

The European Union is also increasing the pressure on Tehran with new sanctions and a terrorism designation.

What’s Next for the U. S. Military in Latin America?

“All the evidence points to a permanent U. S. military presence, ” one expert said.

Could Shifting Borders Be a Good Thing?

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

Trump’s National Defense Strategy Tries to Imagine Climate Change Away

Sycophancy and ideology have replaced realistic assessments of dangers.

Europe’s New Special Relationship Needs Therapy

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

Discord in the Gulf

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

Trump’s Middle East Policy is Teetering on Overextension

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

JANUARY 28. 2026

Rubio Faces Tough Questions From Democrats on Venezuela

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

U. S. ICE Actions Spark International Concern

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

How to Counter a Decentralized Islamic State

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

The Other India-EU Deal

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

Trump’s Multibillion-Dollar Aid Deals Face Growing Pushback

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