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Demographic decline, political paralysis, and the fate of great powers
America isn’t ready for the next wave of foreign influence operations
A new majority—even in Gaza—support compromise with Israel
Brazil's recent election highlights deep-rooted issues that persist beyond political change, suggesting that new leadership alone won't resolve the country's ongoing challenges.
Over the last half millennium, societies around the globe competed to divide up the world’s land. Nearly every square inch of soil outside Antarctica is now owned and tucked within national borders. But the oceans have largely been spared that fate. There were times throughout history when countries tried to gate and regulate the seas, but they were too vast to be controlled for long periods. During the Cold War, as technology made it far easier to imagine partitioning the world’s waterways a...
The article examines Russia's strategic objectives and tactics in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine, highlighting the implications for regional stability and international relations.
Why the region must brace for a new wave of turbulence
America and its allies must scale together for a new era of war
Japan's strategic pivot in Asia presents the U.S. with a critical opportunity to strengthen alliances and counterbalance regional challenges, reshaping the geopolitical landscape.
The Greenland deal proves self-reliance is not an option
The article explores Iran's evolving military strategies and tactics, highlighting how its influence has reshaped modern warfare dynamics in the Middle East and beyond.