Middle East
History tells us coercion through airpower alone won’t work
Donald Trump won’t commit troops because he knows it would hurt him politically. But that’s what it would take if he wants Iran to capitulate.
February 24, 2026
diplomacy
Global Crises
How Trump's Board of Peace is set up for a multibillion dollar fail
A vague mandate and pay-to-play model suggest it'll become a bloated boondoggle in search of an expanded mission lacking full international legitimacy
February 19, 2026
Global Crises
Is NATO creating an Arctic crisis to placate Trump?
The alliance's buildup to confront questionable Russian and Chinese threats lacks the diplomacy necessary to stave off escalation
February 19, 2026
Middle East
As US-Iran talks resume, will Israel play spoiler (again)?
Trump can get to yes with Tehran if he wants to
February 05, 2026
Europe
Much ado about a Chinese 'mega-embassy' in London
British newspapers and politicians have taken to fighting an imaginary war with Beijing
January 30, 2026
Europe
RIP Amb. Robert Hunter, who warned about NATO expansion
His work in both the Carter and Clinton administrations reflected sober analysis and the pursuit of engaging Russia and Iran rather than isolating them
January 20, 2026
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