FOREIGN POLICY

MARCH 9. 2026

Sisi Faces Modest Fury Over Iran War

Fallout from the U. S. -Israeli attack reveals the weakness of Egypt’s dictator.

China Is Learning the Lessons of Hard Power

The Iran strikes will convince Beijing to double down on military growth.

The Myth of AI Sovereignty

Even superpowers will find it is impossible to own the entire supply chain.

Keeping Kyiv Warm Under Fire

As Russian strikes batter the grid, a corruption scandal deepens Ukraine’s winter crisis.

David Halberstam’s Warning Is More Urgent Than Ever

‘The Best and the Brightest’ chronicles the mistakes presidents make when sending Americans to war.

Iran Signals Defiance by Naming Khamenei’s Son as Supreme Leader

What Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment means for Iran’s future.

MARCH 6. 2026

How the Iran War Could Consolidate China’s Energy Dominance

Amid global oil and gas disruptions, China stands prepared for the electrostate era.

Trump Demands Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’

The White House wants to help choose Tehran’s new leadership—and won’t settle for anything less.

The Clash of Hypocrisies

As Washington abandons any pretense of a just global order, citizens around the world will continue to demand one.

Ukraine and the Paradox of National Conservatism

Why have defenders of national identity and sovereignty not embraced Kyiv’s cause?

Nigel Farage Isn’t So Unlikely

Retracing the road to Brexit, a new book reveals the deep roots of British Euroskepticism.

Amid War, Hezbollah Suffers a Political Defeat

This week, Lebanon’s longest-serving politician started hedging on Hezbollah.

Disapproval for Iran War Among Experts Is Sky-High

A poll of IR scholars reveals strong opposition to the conflict and fears about its risks.

Shadow Boxing With the Kremlin

A CIA veteran depicts Moscow’s espionage arsenal. What is the West going to do about it?