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U.S., Russia Draft Secret New Peace Deal for Ukraine

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 23:40
The proposal would cede some Ukrainian territory to Moscow in exchange for U.S. security guarantees.

U.S.-Saudi Bonhomie Masks Divide Over Nuclear Technology

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 23:13
The Saudi crown prince’s flashy trip to Washington was not enough to secure a formal atomic cooperation accord.

Hasina Verdict Raises Specter of Violence in Bangladesh

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 22:43
The former prime minister was sentenced to death in absentia months before a high-stakes election.

Can South Korea Afford the Many Costs of Nuclear-Powered Submarines?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 21:50
A Trumpian promise may be hard to deliver.

The Good News on Women’s Rights

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 18:38
How some countries are quietly advancing progress.

What to Know About the Secret U.S.-Russia Peace Plan for Ukraine

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 18:16
Steve Witkoff reportedly hashed the details out with Putin’s envoy in Miami last month.

Maduro Needs a Golden Parachute

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 17:52
The only way to avoid war in Venezuela may be if its leader doesn’t fear leaving office.

In Kazakhstan, Both Pro- and Anti-Russian Voice Are Urged Toward Silence

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 17:11
A pro-Russian blogger was sentenced to nearly four years; meanwhile, an activist urging the boycotting of Russian artists was called in for a conversation. 

Putin’s Unlikely Envoy to Washington

Foreign Policy - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 17:05
Kirill Dmitriev is a prominent purveyor of the Kremlin’s line—but real power may lie elsewhere.

Beyond Trade: China’s Political Power In Mexico

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 16:44
The U.S. strategy appears to have overlooked a central component of China’s influence in Mexico.

L'extrême droite en progression

Le Monde Diplomatique - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 16:10
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Chinese Artificial General Intelligence: Myths and Misinformation 

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 15:29
Insights from William C. Hannas and Huey-Meei Chang.

What Australians Think of China and the US in the Trump Era

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 14:54
This year’s annual poll by UTS:ACRI shows skepticism of both major powers, and a strong desire for Australian autonomy.

What’s Behind India’s Political Rapprochement With the Taliban?

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 14:54
A path toward recognition or an instrument of influence?

How Will Japan’s New Leader Approach the North Korea Problem?

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 14:32
Like her predecessors, Takaichi has offered a summit to resolve the abductees issue. North Korea is unlikely to be interested.

Kazakhstan: Another Blow to the LGBTQ Community and Freedom of Expression

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 14:13
Silencing minorities is never the way forward. Kazakhstan must remember its human rights commitments and immediately drop the legal changes.

Indonesia’s Defense Plans Remain a Mystery

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 08:24
Every month seems to bring a new Indonesian arms deal, but there is no updated and publicly accessible strategic document to tie them all together.

Afghanistan-Pakistan Relations Hinge on Their Ability to Tackle TTP

TheDiplomat - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 06:57
Pakistan’s aggression against the Taliban regime and threats to wage war if the TTP problem is not resolved point to frustration and anger in Islamabad.

America’s Allies Should Go Nuclear

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 06:00
Selective proliferation will strengthen the global order, not end it.

AI Is Supercharging Disinformation Warfare

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 19/11/2025 - 06:00
America's defenses aren't ready for AI disinformation warfare.

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