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  1. The chamber of the House of Representatives is seen at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, Feb. 3, 2020, as it is prepared for President Donald Trump to give his State of the Union address Tuesday night
    J. Scott Applewhite / AP

    How the US Public Sees the State of the Union Amid Worsening Global Tensions

    by Dina Smeltz

    Recent surveys show a rise in American skepticism of the Trump administration’s approach to domestic and foreign policy. The Council explores where they stand on the economy, immigration, alliances, and more.

  2. US Air Force
    US Foreign Policy

    We're Leaving Afghanistan. Now What?

    Podcast
    by Aaron O'Connell, Andrew Watkins, Elizabeth Shackelford

    Just a few weeks after announcing the exit, the United States is already making progress withdrawing troops and resources from the site of America's longest war.

  3. A US helicopter in Afghanistan
    Captain Brian Harris

    Despite Unfavorable Views of the War in Afghanistan, Americans Split on Complete Withdrawal

    Blog Post
    by Eliza Posner

    Although the American public doesn't believe the war with Afghanistan was worth the cost, they also think the US should maintain bases in the country.

  4. AP PHOTOS
    Defense and Security

    Rethinking Conflict Resolution in Sudan

    Podcast
    by Jacqueline Burns, Peter Biar Ajak, Elizabeth Shackelford

    How can international partners help pave the way for a more peaceful future in Sudan?

  5. REUTERS
    Global Politics

    Qatar 2022 and the Risks and Rewards of Sportswashing

    Podcast
    by Jules Boykoff, Minky Worden, Brian Hanson

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

  6. Americans Support No-Fly Zone and Sanctions in Syria
    Reuters
    Public Opinion Survey

    Americans Support No-Fly Zone and Sanctions in Syria

    Public Opinion Survey
    by Dina Smeltz

    July 18, 2012, RESEARCH Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz, Reuters, With the fighting in Syria, the American public said they would support US participation to enforce sanctions and a no-fly zone in Syria., Summary, With the fighting in Syria escalating into Damascus, there is still no consens...

  7. US troops in Afghanistan
    REUTERS

    US Public Supports Withdrawal From Afghanistan

    Blog Post
    by Dina Smeltz, Emily Sullivan

    Polling conducted in July for the 2021 Chicago Council Survey found seven out of ten Americans supported the withdrawal of US combat forces from Afghanistan by September 11.

  8. ​​Addressing China's Rising Influence in Africa Policy Brief

    ​​Addressing China's Rising Influence in Africa

    Policy Brief
    by Michael Tiboris

    May 21, 2019, RESEARCH Policy Brief by Michael Tiboris, Download Report (PDF), China’s growing contributions to African development should not automatically be feared, but their increased presence should create a recalibration in US approaches to development., Key Facts and Figures , China is ...

  9. Reuters
    US Foreign Policy

    World Review: Iran's Raisi Takes Office and COVID Roars Back

    Video
    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Karen DeYoung, Ryan Heath, and Carla Anne Robbins join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  10. The Legacy of America's Longest War
    Reuters

    The Legacy of America's Longest War

    PAST EVENT VIDEO Panel
    Following the end of US military operations in Afghanistan, an expert panel assessed the war’s impact on US foreign and defense policy over 20 years.