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The War Over Season’s Greetings

Dec. 27, 2017 “Merry Christmas” is a religious greeting that has become a secular one.

China’s Thin Red Line

Dec. 27, 2017 For Beijing, financial risk, poverty and pollution are more subversive than any nation-state.

Russia and China’s Alliance of Convenience

Dec. 26, 2017 A common enemy isn’t the basis for a stable, enduring partnership.

The Limits of China’s Economic Power

Dec. 25, 2017 Beijing’s efforts to coerce countries into doing what it wants have been ineffective.

Power on the Periphery of Europe

Dec. 22, 2017 Britain and Poland are increasing cooperation as the EU fragments.

When Cyberwarfare Goes Offline

Dec. 21, 2017 The risks associated with carrying out a cyberattack may have gotten substantially greater.

2017 Forecast: Year-end Report Card

Dec. 21, 2017 It’s time to look back on how we fared this year.

Putin’s ‘Mission Accomplished’ Moment in Syria

Dec. 20, 2017 In the Middle East, today’s successes can be tomorrow’s failures.

In South Africa, New Leadership Won’t Fix Old Problems

Dec. 20, 2017 Ending government corruption would do nothing to address the country’s legacy of inequality.

In Austria, Europe’s Latest Battle Is Brewing

Dec. 19, 2017 The new Austrian government could be paving the way for a new coalition in Europe.

Belarus Holds the Line

Dec. 18, 2017 The country’s president understands his purpose: to help shield Russia from invasion.

The Saudi-Qatar Diplomatic Dispute, Six Months Later

Dec. 18, 2017 Saudi Arabia’s plan to cripple Qatar failed.

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