FOREIGN POLICY

JANUARY 16. 2026

Venezuela Is Regime Change Under Another Name

Maduro’s removal is a familiar story, and one that doesn’t end well.

The Biggest Challenges Trump Faces in His Second Year

From Russia-Ukraine to the U. S. midterms, Trump faces a bumpier year at home and abroad.

Baltic Cable-Cutting Is Back

Renewed attacks pose a continuing challenge for Europe at a difficult moment.

Trump’s Cuba Calculus

The U. S. president has his sights on the island. But it’s a very different case from Venezuela.

JANUARY 15. 2026

Europe United, Europe Alone

As Trump doubles down on Greenland, Europe doubles down on Europe.

Is the Iran Crisis Over?

Trump said the killing has stopped, but a lot is up in the air.

Europe Confronts Trump’s Greenland Ambitions

Deploying troops to the island signals European unity in the face of the White House’s belligerence.

How Trump’s Pressure Tactics Sank the Venezuela War Powers Debate

Senate Republicans successfully used a controversial procedural tactic to strip a war powers resolution of its privileged status.

Taiwan Announced Billions More for Defense. Here’s How It Can Deliver.

A new annual strategy document would streamline spending and signal seriousness to allies.