Reality Check

Jan. 10, 2017 Propaganda speaks the language of reason, even when its goal is to mislead.

Jan. 9, 2017 The release of the CIA report may raise more questions than it answers.

Jan. 6, 2017 Islamic State fighters are trying to draw coalition forces away from Mosul.

Jan. 5, 2017 The Chinese president is becoming more direct in his accusations against his opponents.

Jan. 4, 2017 Sanctions and blockades as an alternative to armed conflict would lead to armed conflict.

Jan. 3, 2017 A rough scenario explains why China will not invade Taiwan anytime soon.

Dec. 30, 2016 The Italian banking crisis is not just an Italian problem.

Dec. 29, 2016 Will there ever be a two-state solution?

Dec. 28, 2016 In the near future, Belarus will remain an unofficial region of Russia, whether it wants to or not.

Dec. 27, 2016 The international community’s gestures and edicts will have no real bearing on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Dec. 26, 2016 Editor’s Note: As U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet appointments are announced, many are beginning to see China as the global leader on climate change. In light of recent developments, we are republishing one of our earliest articles, from Dec. 1, 2015. 

Dec. 23, 2016 Warsaw has increasingly focused on defense and regional partnerships.