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The World's Worst War You Aren’t Watching Is in Ethiopia

In the News
Chicago Tribune
Elizabeth Shackelford

"The US and others must take a more direct approach before the worst fears of the Tigrayan people are realized," Elizabeth Shackelford writes.

Residents and militias stand next to houses destroyed by an airstrike
Reuters
Global Politics

The Global Legacy of Queen Elizabeth II

Video Series
Featured Video

Author and journalist Krithika Varagur examines younger generations' understanding of the British monarchy.

Screenshot of Krithika Varagur Global Politics

Kenya Has New President, But Election Might Not Be Over Yet

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Experts Kathleen Klaus and Murithi Mutiga join Deep Dish to discuss the results of Kenya’s presidential election.

President Ruto waving to crowd
REUTERS
Global Politics

William Ruto Declared Winner in Kenya Presidential Election

In the News
BBC World News
Elizabeth Shackelford

Elizabeth Shackleford looks at William Ruto's win in Kenya's presidential election and why it's a good sign for Kenyan democracy.

Elizabeth Shackleford speaks with BBC World News over Zoom. Global Politics

World Review: Fallout from Pelosi's Taiwan Visit and Elections in Kenya

Video Series
World Review with Ivo Daalder

Emily Feng, Nirmal Ghosh, and James Harding join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

Helmet showing flags and buildings
Reuters
Global Politics

Blinken Stresses "True Partnership" on Tour of Africa

In the News
VOA
Elizabeth Shackelford

"There's a little bit of FOMO if we aren't going to be there, that we're afraid of missing out on places that Russia and China are really prioritizing."

Elizabeth Shackleford speaks with VOA over Zoom. US Foreign Policy

In Kenya, Cautious Optimism for the Country's Presidential Election

In the News
Chicago Tribune
Elizabeth Shackelford

"Kenyan elections have a troubled history, but with democracy declining across the globe, Kenya this year stands out as a possible ray of hope," writes Elizabeth Shackelford.

Voters line up to cast their ballots in Kajiado county, Kenya August 9, 2022
Reuters
Global Politics

Advice for the US in Africa: Stop Lecturing about China and Russia

In the News
Grid Media
Elizabeth Shackelford

Elizabeth Shackleford joins Grid Media to discuss U.S. policy toward Africa, and the balancing act between “not dictating” and effecting change.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks at a press conference in Bangkok, Thailand on July 10, 2022.
Reuters
US Foreign Policy

Everything Is on Fire. It Doesn’t Have to Be.

In the News
Chicago Tribune
Elizabeth Shackelford

In her latest Chicago Tribune column, Elizabeth Shackleford argues that bigger countries must be the ones to lead the fight against climate change.

A view of Lake Albert, which runs right in between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Reuters
Climate and the Environment

Alternative Approaches to Deliver Affordable Housing

BLOG
Global Insight by Antonella Davi

Tackling the global crisis on housing affordability requires a comprehensive set of policies aimed at providing affordable rental units.

Stucco wall with monopoly man illustration breaking through.
Julian Hockgesang
Global Cities