Middle East
Israel's elections and not so great expectations for peace
While they differ on domestic issues and in some ways on the West Bank, the two main parties in contention are very much still hardline on Gaza and Iran
October 24, 2026
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Europe
Slouching toward Kaliningrad, NATO dismisses a nuclear threat
As it encroaches on the western Russian enclave on the Baltic Sea, the alliance continues to underestimate Moscow's red lines
October 23, 2026
Middle East
As Houthis encircle Taiz, Yemen's Saudi-backed gov't faces disaster
A takeover of the vital city could mark a decisive turning point in the country's civil war
October 20, 2026
Washington Politics
Thanks to Trump's war, Dems successfully co-opt 'America First'
In battleground races across the country, Republicans have lost access to one of the president's most salient — and longstanding — campaign slogans
October 19, 2026
Europe
Europeans shouldn't throw out the truck with the diesel deal
The window for Ukraine war peace deal is closing, we need to keep our eye on the ball to ensure it's done right
October 16, 2026
Middle East
By pursuing a big 'win' in Iran, Trump is destined to lose
The war is most likely to end through a minimalistic ceasefire that opens a path to a broader deal
October 15, 2026
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