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Global Crises

Do we need a treaty on neutrality?

In an age of hybrid warfare and multipolarity, being 'neutral' is losing coherence — a redefined legal framework can preserve its value

Antonio Guterres and Ursula von der Leyen
Europe

UN Charter turns 80: Why do Europeans mock it so?

The EU's uneven response to violations in Ukraine and the Middle East exposes its fading moral authority on the global stage

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Africa

DRC conflict: Trump's first big challenge in Africa

Rwanda-backed rebels are wreaking havoc in what may escalate toward greater regional strife

Stefanik UN pick: Win for hardliners aiming to frontload Trump WH
Washington Politics

Stefanik UN pick: Win for hardliners aiming to frontload Trump WH

She previously worked at neocon think tanks including one co-founded by Bill Kristol and Bob Kagan

UNRWA
QiOSK

Israel bans the last lifeline of aid to Palestinians

UNRWA has long been a target of the Israelis, the question now is who or what will fill its role

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Global Crises

Who gets a veto is critical to reforming UN Security Council

Time to get creative — and not just in expanding permanent members