Reality Check

Nov. 10, 2017 It’s a war Saudi Arabia appears to be losing.

Nov. 9, 2017 Are these the words before the war, or more of the same?

Nov. 8, 2017 Old international structures are failing, and Berlin intends to look out for itself.

Nov. 7, 2017 Since taking office, the prime minister has been using economic measures to consolidate his control.

Nov. 6, 2017 Obstacles that could keep the king’s chosen successor from taking the throne are being removed.

Nov. 3, 2017 No region is more vulnerable to the Islamic State than is Central Asia.

Nov. 2, 2017 A defense cooperation initiative between Australia, India, Japan and the U.S. is being resurrected, this time on firmer grounds.

Nov. 1, 2017 Public statements don’t guarantee a change in policy.

Oct. 31, 2017 Analysis should begin with a framework.

Oct. 30, 2017 Iran is in a much better position to capitalize on the group’s retreat.

Oct. 27, 2017 The region may look different as new alignments form and old ones fade, but the pursuit of interests at the expense of others will remain.

Oct. 26, 2017 Xi Jinping appears to have achieved what he wanted. But is it enough to solve China’s problems?