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While the public believes nuclear weapons are an effective tool in deterring aggression, less than half say they make the country more secure.

The 2002 Chicago Council survey made it clear that 9/11 had a profound impact on the American mood and U.S. relationships with foreign countries.

As the coronavirus pandemic begins to quickly spread across the globe, Council experts assess public opinion around the virus and its impact.

Ivo Daalder and James Lindsay discuss their new book "The Empty Throne: America’s Abdication of Global Leadership"—a revealing look at Trump’s foreign policy.

Former US envoy to Sudan, Andrew Natsios, joins Deep Dish to explain what is going on in Sudan and why it matters.

A Chicago Council survey shows that Americans see an increased need to keep watch over the Middle East by maintaining a troop presence there.

Douglas J. Feith and Aaron David Miller join Deep Dish to discuss the future of US-Israel relations.

New York Times national security correspondent David Sanger takes a minute to answer questions about cyberattacks and why they have become the new weapon of choice for foreign adversaries.

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

Four in ten Americans (38%) see the development of China as a world power as a critical threat, in line with how Americans have felt about China’s development since 2004. In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog, Craig Kafura explains

Unlocking local knowledge and know-how in Regional Innovation Hubs.

“The agreement is about far more than just normalizing ties with Riyadh,” argue Nonresident Senior Fellow Saeid Golkar and Kasra Aarabi.

Brendan Helm, Craig Kafura, and Karl Friedhoff analyze views on COVID vaccinations, finding Americans are divided on whether to be vaccinated despite increasing availability.

Why do some governments use sports to launder their reputations – and does it work?

Cameron Munter and Tanvi Madan join the Council’s Deep Dish podcast to explain what you need to know about the ongoing crisis between India and Pakistan.

Experts James Dobbins and Douglas Lute discuss whether and how an endgame might take shape in America's longest war.

Despite 75 years of struggle, two scholars remain cautiously optimistic about the future.

But they are becoming increasingly polarized across partisan groups, particularly among Democrats.

Despite getting people off the streets, Iran's hard crackdown on protesters "has created a massive resentment among Iranians."

Iran’s missile attack on two U.S. air bases in Iraq was the latest step bringing the United States and Iran to the brink of war. Yet, President Donald Trump decided to back away from further military confrontation.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Craig Kafura explores how Millennials hold distinct views on US-China foreign policy.

The United States will have to take the lead in rebuilding trust and confidence in its security commitments—including the nuclear guarantee.

Dina Smeltz and Brendan Helm discuss President Biden's extension of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty.

Amid growing anxiety among experts and health officials, how do publics in countries around the world perceive the threat of the coronavirus?

Former American Embassy employee Kathryn Koob answers a minute of questions about Tehran in 1979 in this episode of Wait Just a Minute.

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

This public opinion survey indicates that there are key differences between moderate and liberal democrats.

"The Diplomat" is Hollywood's take on the foreign service. Deep Dish explores the significance with a career diplomat and TV producer.

While Republicans share a similar political worldview overall, Trump and Non-Trump Republicans disagree on key policies for immigration, climate change, and nuclear programs.

Russians share their perspectives on why military disaster in Ukraine could have seismic consequences for their nation’s politics, economy, and society—with global implications.

As the humanitarian toll in Gaza continues to climb and fears of a wider war grow, Americans are wary of direct military involvement in the conflict.

Paul Poast analyzes the criticism towards President Biden's Saudi Arabia visit during his recent Middle East trip.

A survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs highlighting key foreign policy topics that will be covered in the final 2012 Presidential debate.

After an overnight Iranian missile attack on an Iraqi base housing US troops, US President Donald Trump made a statement Wednesday regarding tensions between the US and Iran.

Ambassador Dennis Ross joined the Chicago Council on Global Affairs’ Deep Dish podcast to discuss Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights.

Global cities are products of a liberal world order that is under threat from the rise of populist nationalism, protectionism, and growing authoritarianism.

Seth J. Frantzman and Cécile Shea join Deep Dish to discuss Benjamin Netanyahu’s announcement that Israel will annex part of the Jordan Valley.

The Chicago City Council has tripled its legislation on foreign policy in the last four years.

The 2020 Chicago Council on Global Affairs-University of Texas at Austin survey explores to what extent Democratic, Republican, and Independent foreign policy professionals support Biden’s international agenda.

Steven A. Cook and Mustafa Akyol join the Chicago Council on Global Affairs’ Deep Dish podcast to explain crucial developments in Turkey.

Saeid Golkar speaks with Reuters about the protests in Iran and calls upon the entire world to support Iranians "as you are supporting Ukraine."

Has regionalization or globalization been the key economic trend over the last 40 years?

Over the weekend, North Korea launched a new cruise missile. It's unlikely to shift American public opinion.