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Defense and Security
Four years into the conflict, the battle lines have barely moved and peace remains elusive.
US Foreign Policy
Majorities of Democrats and Independents support a potential deal similar to the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, but only a minority of Republicans agree.
US Foreign Policy
The United States and Europe are scrambling to reform their partnership. It is an open question as to whether the transatlantic partnership can continue to be an anchor for international order as the rest of the world presses rapidly ahead.
Global Politics
By barring Russian athletes from competing under the Russian flag, the International Olympic Committee demonstrated its power as a global norm-maker. Now, sporting federation leaders are seeking to distance their games from geopolitics.
America at 250: The Arc of Global Influence
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Council will draw on local, national, and global perspectives to illuminate America’s past, present, and future.
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In a world shaped by shifting power, rapid technological change, and global challenges, understanding what’s happening and why matters more than ever. Council experts bring clarity through independent research and informed analysis to help you make sense of the forces shaping our world.
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