Commentary and Analysis

A comparison of two recent polls finds some similarities—and some significant differences—in how international relations scholars and the American public want to approach China.

Populations around the world remain divided over how comfortable they are returning to normal life as the Delta variant spreads.

Council President Ivo Daalder examines NATO's future in testimony for the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe.

Ian Klaus explains why cities will play a critical role in responding to an uncertain future.

Ivo Daalder talks with Ian Bremmer on this episode of GZERO World about the state of the US-Russia relationship.

Elizabeth Shackelford discusses growing tensions between the US and China

The Council's Paul Poast argues "Let’s achieve peace by planning for victory rather than for human sacrifice."

Defense cooperation requires a shared understanding of threats and goals. And, to be effective requires action, making tradeoffs, and paying costs—not just statements.

Paul Poast discusses strategies for US troops.

NPR's Sarah McCammon and Ivo Daalder discuss the 2021 NATO summit and what it means for the future of the alliance.