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Trump Goes to Mexico

Sept. 1, 2016 The shocking visit is a perfect zero-risk, high-reward maneuver for Trump.

The Sources of Unrest in Ethiopia

Sept. 1, 2016 The instability is rooted in internal divisions that the government has failed to address.

France and Germany Call to End Trade Talks

Aug. 31, 2016 The politics surrounding EU-U.S. free trade negotiations emphasize the divisions in the EU.

The Taliban and the Divided Afghan State

Aug. 30, 2016 Those who would fight the Taliban cannot present a united front.

Uzbekistan and the Coming Central Asian Storm

Aug. 29, 2016 The authoritarian Uzbek leader’s hospitalization could mean chaos in the region.

Europe’s Long War with Islam

Aug. 29, 2016 Both Christianity and Islam are political religions, combining internal conflict with foreign adventures.

Making Sense of the China-Japan Relationship

Aug. 26, 2016 Both countries will continue to dance around the disputed islands issue.

Germany and Turkey’s Quiet Alliance

Aug. 25, 2016 Though Berlin and Ankara’s relationship is often contentious, they know they need each other.

Italy, Germany and France Meet on an Aircraft Carrier

Aug. 24, 2016 The EU leaders tried to project unity, despite Italy’s economic malaise.

Russia’s Illusion of Influence in the Middle East

Aug. 23, 2016 Moscow’s position in the region is not as dominant as it might seem.

Quantum Keys for Classic Codes: China’s New Satellite

Aug. 22, 2016 Beijing’s recent quantum satellite launch gives us a glimpse at the future of secure communications.

The Crises That Could Bring Down Putin

Aug. 22, 2016 Putin has been making moves to shore up his position in the face of a weak economy.

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