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South America’s ‘Pink Tide’ in Transition

The recession of this left-leaning stance is to be expected.

Iran’s Strategy in Iraq, and the Militias That Make It Possible

There are almost 70 Popular Mobilization Forces militias in Iraq. Most of them are loyal to Tehran.

The Difference Between Xi and Mao

The current Chinese leader may be president for life, but that’s where the comparisons end.

North Korea: Negotiating on Its Own Terms

Pyongyang says it’s willing to denuclearize, but is it sincere?

Italy Bucks the EU, Tries on Populism, Approaches Political Deadlock

The results are in. The establishment lost.

Trade War and the Correlation of Forces

Using a model for analyzing military conflicts, we weigh the cost of a trade war to the U.S. and to its trading partners.

An Eventful Week in the Syrian War

Pro-regime forces have joined the battle for Afrin.

In Brazil, the Government Walks a Fine Line With Military Deployment

Putting the military in charge of security in Rio de Janeiro stirs memories of the country’s years of military rule.

In Eastern Ukraine, No Good Options Remain

Rebel-held Luhansk now stands on the frontline of the conflict between East and West.

Saudi Arabia on the Sidelines

The kingdom is a spectator watching Iran, Turkey, Israel, Russia and the U.S. compete to reshape the region.

China: Herding Rivals and Rhinos

Socio-economic and political factors fuel Xi’s quest for power.

The Middle of an Era

Only now is the full power of what started in 2008 being felt.

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