Commentary

Journalists from some of the world’s leading media outlets join Council President Ivo Daalder to discuss the EU budget deal, what Europe can learn from Russian influence in the UK, and the politics of a COVID-19 vaccine.

The supreme leader’s youth-washing strategy could keep detente with the United States off the table for years.

China's "Wolf Warrior" diplomacy is making headlines around the world. But while it might be hitting the right notes back home, it may not play so well with overseas audiences.

Ivo Daalder talks with reporters from some of the world's leading media outlets about the South China Sea, COVID-19, Huawei, Poland, and more.

Judd Devermont and Neil Munshi explain why Mali's instability is a threat to Africa's Sahel region.

In May 2018, President Donald Trump announced his decision to withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal because it was “defective at its core.” But if Tehran were willing to negotiate a better agreement, he would be “ready, willing and able” to join them.

Jonathan Schachter and Tamara Cofman Wittes examine how Israel's foreign policy has changed and how its relationships will shape the future.

Imagine a riot police that also incubates conservative religious values, shapes educational curricula, and even runs sports clubs and recreational centers.

Samuel Kling examines the governability of urban areas in times of riots and pandemics.

Alina Das joins the Council's Brian Hanson to discuss America's history of punishing immigrants.