The US and Iran mull next moves amid shaky truce

Washington weighs the desire to avoid a protracted war with offsetting the appearance of defeat, as Tehran debates whether to consolidate gains before conditions shift or press perceived advantages

Alex Vatanka

What Does the West Want in Ukraine?

Vladimir Putin launched his war against Ukraine with expansive aims that, if achieved, would have essentially ended that country’s existence as a sovereign state. Faced with costly military setbacks,…

Richard Haass

Dangerous Conflagration for Africa

As the war in Ukraine grinds toward its third month, the ripple effects continue around the world, affecting Africa in particular. Food prices have increased massively in the past month across the…

Raphael Parens

Why Russia’s Failure

Russian forces have clearly failed to conquer Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, but they continue to be far more powerful, although their intentions continue to be uncertain, according to major American…

Mohammad Ali Salih