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Global Crises

Faith leaders call on Biden to end broad sanctions

More than a dozen groups say the economic penalties wind up hurting vulnerable populations more than their intended targets.

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Africa

Tunisia tests the Biden administration’s democratic resolve

President Kais Saied may lean toward regional autocrats to help relieve ongoing health and economic crises, complicating relations with the United States.

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Global Crises

India’s COVID crisis reveals the limits of vaccine diplomacy

The country’s sharp rise in cases means other countries must fill the gap.

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North America

Biden takes a vital step on vaccine patents — but more action is needed

U.S. support for a patent waiver must be coupled with technology transfers, information sharing, and a coordinated global effort to distribute vaccines.

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Military Industrial Complex

Defense CEO fat cat salaries defy COVID crisis

While millions of Americans have yet to recover, War Incorporated joins pantheon of wealthiest elites profiting during the pandemic.