FOREIGN POLICY

APRIL 16. 2026

Republicans Twiddle Their Thumbs on Iran as Democrats Seethe

Trump’s party is still providing cover on unauthorized war despite growing signs of misgivings.

5 Things I Wish I Knew About Iran

In the war’s aftermath, key details about the regime remain opaque.

Ukraine’s Success Still Needs Troops More Than Robots

Kyiv is struggling with skepticism of conscription fueled by Russian propaganda.

The Man Who Represents Post-Clerical Iran

The rise of Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr signals the consolidation of a new type of state.

Can the Arctic Council Survive?

With the rift over Greenland, the intergovernmental body finds itself in troubled waters again.

Only Peace Can Make a New World Order

Today’s wars are tearing down the existing global system, but they can’t replace it.

Xinjiang’s Repression of Uyghurs Has Evolved, Not Ended

A rare insider testimony reveals how China tries to hide state violence in Xinjiang

APRIL 15. 2026

Pakistan Keeps Pushing for Peace

A first round of U. S. -Iran talks didn’t lead to a deal, but Islamabad wants to stay at the table.

Magyar’s Big Plans for Budapest

Hungary’s incoming leader aims to tackle corruption, the previous administration’s influence, and dependence on Russia.

Sudan’s Forgotten War Enters Its Fourth Year

The world’s worst humanitarian crisis threatens to engulf the wider region.

Why Xi Is Kneecapping His Own Top Men

Targeting the inner circle of leadership shows no one is safe.

Why Israel’s Post-Oct. 7 Security Doctrine Has Failed

From Gaza to Lebanon to Iran, Netanyahu has sought to end threats rather than manage them.

Prabowo’s Russian Roulette

The Indonesian president visits Moscow—and signs a U. S. defense agreement.

Why Did China Buy Up the World’s Ports?

Beijing is less focused on acquiring sovereign control, more so in assuring its own strategic security.