Armed Conflicts

Residents of Jean-Rabel sit on sacks of food from the World Food Program.

The OAS Admits Culpability in the Destruction of Haiti The OAS Admits Culpability in the Destruction of Haiti

The tragedy is that given the condition in which international rule has left the country, Haiti simply cannot solve its problems alone.

Aug 10, 2022 / Amy Wilentz

Taiwan Strait Helicopter

Pelosi’s Taiwan Visit Launched a New Era of Military Competition With China Pelosi’s Taiwan Visit Launched a New Era of Military Competition With China

The House speaker created a new chasm in the US-China relationship. Now Biden must make sure it doesn’t lead to war.

Aug 10, 2022 / Michael T. Klare

Blinken speaks on stage

Washington Is Gung-Ho for a New Cold War. But That’s a Bad Old Idea. Washington Is Gung-Ho for a New Cold War. But That’s a Bad Old Idea.

It should focus on our security at home instead.

Aug 9, 2022 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

Palestinians huddle in “safe” areas during Israeli airstrikes

For 60 Hours, Israeli Bombs Fell All Around Us, Getting Closer and Closer For 60 Hours, Israeli Bombs Fell All Around Us, Getting Closer and Closer

After a weekend of terror in Gaza, the cease-fire is welcome, but it won’t be nearly enough as long as Israel can keep bombing and killing Palestinians.

Aug 8, 2022 / Mohammed R. Mhawish

The docked Soyuz 14 and Progress 26 resupply vehicle at the International Space Station in 2007. The view of a blue and white Earth looms in the background.

Space: The Final Frontier—or the Last Battlespace? Space: The Final Frontier—or the Last Battlespace?

America’s pursuit of military dominance risks damaging the peaceful—and scientifically and economically enriching—exploration taking place today.

Aug 8, 2022 / Mark Hannah

A Letter From the Dacha

A Letter From the Dacha A Letter From the Dacha

In the wake of sanctions against Russia, civilians are spending summer without work, news outlets, and affordable goods.

Aug 3, 2022 / Nadezhda Azhgikhina

Two reporters looking at the camera

Free Jeef Kazadi! Free Jeef Kazadi!

We call on the Democratic Republic of Congo to immediately release a detained journalist.

Aug 2, 2022 / D.D. Guttenplan for The Nation

Pelosi’s Taiwan Gambit

Pelosi’s Taiwan Gambit Pelosi’s Taiwan Gambit

The House speaker’s proposed visit adds to mounting tensions between the US and China. 

Aug 1, 2022 / Michael T. Klare

Outside Kyiv, Ukraine, locals stand atop and examine a destroyed Russian tank.

Calls for a Diplomatic Settlement in Ukraine Are Misplaced Calls for a Diplomatic Settlement in Ukraine Are Misplaced

There is not a shred of evidence that suggests Moscow and Kyiv are ready to begin real negotiations.

Jul 28, 2022 / Rajan Menon

US President Joe Biden

Biden’s Misguided International Crusade Biden’s Misguided International Crusade

The president is promoting alliances abroad while neglecting crises at home.

Jul 28, 2022 / Michael T. Klare

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