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Japan’s New Prime Minister Is a Fixer, Not a Leader

Abe’s right-hand man taking power could mean a return to the days of short-lived premierships.

Foreign Policy · Sep 14, 2020

As Brexit Talks Falter, the Risk of Violence in Ireland Is Still Alive

Despite a major crackdown, the uncertainty around the border won’t let militant republicanism go away.

Foreign Policy · Sep 14, 2020

Israel's Peace Deals Are a Strategic Nightmare for Iran

The Abraham Accord is threatening decades of foreign-policy planning in Tehran.

Foreign Policy · Sep 14, 2020

Trump Extends Arab Push to Normalize Ties With Israel

With Bahrain also recognizing Israel, Washington hopes for a new era of Arab rapprochement with Israel—but that may prove more elusive.

Foreign Policy · Sep 11, 2020

Don’t Let Health Hold Women Back

A focus on women’s health care should be the basis of any plan for equality.

Foreign Policy · Sep 11, 2020

Mozambique Can’t Contain Its Insurgency Alone

Without a coherent counterterrorism strategy or regional assistance, the odds are stacked against the Mozambican military.

Foreign Policy · Sep 11, 2020

The Genetic Engineering Genie Is Out of the Bottle

The next pandemic could be bioengineered in someone’s garage using cheap and widely available technology.

Foreign Policy · Sep 11, 2020

The Road to Peace In Afghanistan no Longer Runs Through Pakistan

Once considered a regional spoiler, Islamabad’s influence over the Taliban has waned.

Foreign Policy · Sep 11, 2020

What the West Needs From Modi

An alliance of democracies to contain China makes sense. But Modi needs to clean up his act.

Foreign Policy · Sep 11, 2020

Disney’s ‘Mulan’ Disaster Highlights Dangers of China Deals

The cost of doing business with Beijing has risen sharply and swiftly.

Foreign Policy · Sep 11, 2020