Foreign Policy Essay
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The Nuclear Taboo Is a Myth
Public opinion can support the use of nuclear weapons in conflicts. Governments need stronger checks against pushing the button. -
Understanding the State Department’s Latest Far-Right Terrorist Designation
The Nordic Resistance Movement has been listed as a foreign terrorist organization. Other groups should follow, but probably won’t. -
America’s Ally Problem
Why does Washington indulge its allies to a fault? -
The Burden-Sharing Dilemma in U.S. Alliances
Washington must maintain deterrence against its adversaries while also preserving influence with its allies. -
One Step Forward for the ICC, One Leap Backward for Peace
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan's recommendation for arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant will make ending the conflict more difficult. -
The Islamic State’s Resurgence in Mozambique
The scale and frequency of attacks launched by the terrorist group's East African affiliate are increasing. -
Mapping the Regulatory Landscape for New Technologies
Managing the risks and opportunities from AI, quantum computing, and other emerging technologies will involve more than congressional legislation. -
Islamic State-Khorasan Province’s Virtual Planning
The terrorist group continues to inspire and guide violence through online messaging platforms. -
Hamas Cannot Be Fought Like al-Qaeda
Grouping the two terrorist organizations together obscures some important distinctions. -
Do Friends Let Friends Go Nuclear?
More U.S. partners are considering building their own nuclear deterrents. -
The Militarization of Latin American Security, Then and Now
Countries are turning to their armed forces to tackle domestic instability. That might have worked a century ago, but the circumstances have changed. -
Do African Problems Really Have African Solutions?
Recent events in Africa are weakening ECOWAS, providing a foothold for Russian influence, and risking an escalation in Somalia.