Commentary and Analysis

When in doubt about a foreign policy problem, Paul Poast argues, Washington’s first instinct is to turn to the military.

The goal of Ukraine’s counteroffensive is not to defeat Russia per se, but to convince the West its continued support is worth it, Paul Poast argues.

Even if BRICS has not yet accomplished anything concrete, the message of dissatisfaction its expansion sends to the West is deafening, Paul Poast writes.

US foreign policy under Biden is being built on a foundation established by his predecessor, Paul Poast argues.

Trade will remain a key arena of great power competition between the US and China, Paul Poast writes.

Niger is far from the only place to experience a coup over the past few years, Paul Poast writes.

"Even if extraterrestrials are not directly or immediately threatening, the revelation of their existence could still pull nations apart," Paul Poast argues.

"If Saudi Arabia is being asked to accept Israel as a peer, then it should be treated as a peer as well," Paul Poast writes.

"Offering Ukraine something other than NATO membership would send a message to Moscow that the US is committed to Ukraine’s security—but only up to a point," Paul Poast argues.

"Rather than paving the way forward, the summit indicated that the alliance members are only ready for more of the same," Paul Poast argues.