Commentary

Critical minerals are central to innovation and security. The United States is dependent on China for them. Karl Friedhoff explains why that is becoming a problem.

Suzanne Nossel analyzes President Trump's role in the ceasefire plan and why, in today's diplomacy, style now matters just as much as substance.

Bruce W. Jentleson analyzes the promise of the latest deal, the roles played by global leaders, and the importance of the human element in fostering peace.

Cécile Shea discusses whether this breakthrough could mark the beginning of a lasting peace in the Middle East.

Julián Ventura joins CBC News to discuss the "multi-dimensional chess game" taking place between the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Cécile Shea lays out the potential timeline for the release of hostages and unpacks the challenges ahead.

"With . . . an American public growing more and more hostile to Israel as the war has progressed, Trump has little to lose by bullying Netanyahu—and a fair amount to gain," Dan Drezner argues.

"There is more potential for a deal now than there has been for probably the last year or so," Cécile Shea says.

Trump and Netanyahu announced a 20-point plan for Gaza, widely hailed by global leaders What comes next?

“By preemptively counting itself out, Washington squanders its own influence, isolates itself, and makes room for its rivals to work their will," Suzanne Nossel argues.