Former Pentagon official Michèle Flournoy breaks down how America’s changing defense strategy could reshape the global order and US power.

As America turns 250, its allies are asking new questions about US leadership. Mark Urban discusses what's changing, what comes next, and what it means for America's role in the world.

The Council speaks with Emerging Leaders alumni to hear about the program's impact on their professional endeavors. 

China is plotting their next five years at their fourth plenum. What does this mean for the US, and the world?

From Poland to Germany, Russian incursions are raising alarms. Experts break down the strategy, the risks, and what comes next.

Council President & CEO Leslie Vinjamuri joins Foreign Secretary of India Vikram Misri and other experts for a conversation on geopolitics at the 2026 Raisina Dialogue.

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

The Iran war is spreading far beyond the Middle East. ECFR’s James Crabtree explores what that means for China, India, and the implications for the Indo-Pacific region.

President Trump called NYT’s David Sanger directly to talk about the Iran deal. He shares with us what he learned from those conversations and what he's watching next.

Is there any prospect for accountability when major powers ignore international law? Former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and legal expert Louise Arbour answers.