Middle East
Pakistan thought it won the peace. Now, it could be dragged into war.
As events spiral in the Middle East, Riyadh may trigger its mutual defense pact with Islamabad
July 22, 2026
Regions
Washington Politics
China hawks are losing the public opinion battle
Despite a Beltway push for confrontation, polls show that average Americans want a normal relationship with Beijing
July 22, 2026
Washington Politics
Israel targets X users, right-wing media with $2 million ad push
The effort is part of a $9.9 million contract with Republican strategists to improve views of the country in the US
July 22, 2026
Middle East
The Houthi blockade puts Trump in a serious bind
The Iran-aligned group wants to halt shipping to and from Saudi Arabia, undermining a Strait of Hormuz alternative
July 21, 2026
Middle East
With Trump distracted by Iran, Netanyahu is squeezing Gaza
The U.S. administration needs to use its leverage to get Israel to follow through on the ceasefire agreement
July 21, 2026
Europe
France is doubling down on nukes. Will Europe pay a price?
Macron's efforts to deploy strategic warheads in Scandinavia may strain relations with Russia — and within NATO
July 21, 2026
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