How Trump Has Boxed Himself Out of a Face-Saving Iran Deal How Trump Has Boxed Himself Out of a Face-Saving Iran Deal
By failing to absorb the lessons of Iran’s strategic victories, the White House is on course to turn the present stalemate into a disastrous quagmire.
Jun 9, 2026 / David Faris
How Jared Kushner Sparked a Political Crisis in Albania How Jared Kushner Sparked a Political Crisis in Albania
Outraged Albanians are targeting the presidential son-in-law for pursuing a $4 billion luxury resort deal in a business climate rife with corruption and environmental neglect.
Jun 8, 2026 / Mitchell Prothero
The House Voted to End the Iran War. Now the Real Battle Begins. The House Voted to End the Iran War. Now the Real Battle Begins.
Congress took an important symbolic step toward reasserting its authority over war powers. But much, much more needs to be done.
Jun 5, 2026 / Jeet Heer
Israel Tortured These Activists. Now They're Speaking Out. Israel Tortured These Activists. Now They're Speaking Out.
Multiple Gaza flotilla activists describe severe violence and psychological torment while in Israeli detention.
Jun 5, 2026 / Saliha Bayrak
Hasan Piker’s Ban Is Just the Tip of the Iceberg Hasan Piker’s Ban Is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
The British government’s decision to revoke the leftist streamer’s visa is part of an ongoing, authoritarian crackdown against pro-Palestine speech.
Jun 4, 2026 / Evan Robins
Stalemate or Escalation in Ukraine Stalemate or Escalation in Ukraine
With the war in Ukraine grinding into stalemate, the danger is no longer breakthrough but escalation beyond anyone’s control.
Jun 3, 2026 / Anatol Lieven
Trump Is Weaponizing Long-Standing Restrictions on Freedom to Travel to Cuba Trump Is Weaponizing Long-Standing Restrictions on Freedom to Travel to Cuba
The administration is targeting travelers who criticize US policy.
Jun 1, 2026 / David Montgomery