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Trump’s Middle East Policy is Teetering on Overextension

Foreign Policy - Thu, 29/01/2026 - 06:01
Current trendlines point to more U.S. military engagement in the region, not less.

The World Will Come to Miss Western Hypocrisy

Foreign Affairs - Thu, 29/01/2026 - 06:00
An overtly transactional order spells trouble for everyone.

Afghanistan and Pakistan Square Off

Foreign Affairs - Thu, 29/01/2026 - 06:00
The unexpected conflict brewing in South Asia.

Rubio Faces Tough Questions From Democrats on Venezuela

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 23:37
Senators attacked the Trump administration’s justification for Maduro’s capture.

U.S. ICE Actions Spark International Concern

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 22:08
Foreign countries appear worried that the United States’ immigration crackdown could have spillover effects.

How to Counter a Decentralized Islamic State

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 21:27
A franchising model has led to “inspired” rather than “directed” attacks.

The Other India-EU Deal

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 20:42
The trade pact may be getting all the attention, but the pair also inked a landmark defense agreement.

Trump’s Multibillion-Dollar Aid Deals Face Growing Pushback

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 19:54
African governments are increasingly putting the brakes on Washington-led health plans.

Trump Is Getting His Weaker Dollar After All

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 19:01
That may not be a good thing.

The Fall of Rojava

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 17:45
After defeat, Kurdish aspirations for autonomy remain.

Comprendre le chaos du monde

Le Monde Diplomatique - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 17:05
Depuis quatre ans, la guerre fait rage entre Kiev et Moscou. L'enlisement des pourparlers tient non seulement à l'intransigeance des Russes, mais aussi à la fermeté des Européens et à l'inconstance des États-Unis. L'ordre américain n'a jamais vraiment cessé de régner sur le monde, y compris en (…) / , ,

No, the International Community Isn’t Dead Yet

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 17:04
The “rules-based international order” may prove stronger than Trump—or anyone else—realizes.

Washington’s Silence in Asia Is a Gift to Beijing

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 16:31
The Trump administration has done little as China threatens U.S. allies.

Look Northward, Pakistan

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 16:04
A major border feud with Afghanistan should force Islamabad to reevaluate its latent ties with Central Asia.

2026, année de la grande guerre ?

Le Monde Diplomatique - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 15:25
Une guerre de grande ampleur menace d'éclater… C'est ce qu'affirment un nombre impressionnant de cassandres, politiciens, chercheurs, officiers supérieurs et journalistes, en s'appuyant sur les désordres de l'année écoulée. L'augmentation continue des ventes mondiales d'armements depuis (…) / , ,

Europe’s Rearmament Paradox

Foreign Policy - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 11:26
The European countries most able to fill Washington’s military role are those that most want to stay at its side.

China’s Economic Statecraft Is Working

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 06:00
Why Beijing can succeed even with an imperfect strategy.

Making Industrial Strategy Great Again

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 06:00
It has worked for America before, but Trump’s approach is all wrong.

A Better Greenland Deal

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 28/01/2026 - 06:00
How to turn Trump's tantrum into a win for everyone.

New Military Purge Rocks the CCP

Foreign Policy - Tue, 27/01/2026 - 23:57
The targeting of two top generals bodes poorly for China’s military readiness.

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