World Leaders

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Why Trump’s Strategy for Iran Is Likely to Lead to War Why Trump’s Strategy for Iran Is Likely to Lead to War

His hopes for a “better deal” are based on the myth—partly encouraged by Obama—that sanctions forced Iran to come to terms in 2015.

May 23, 2018 / Editorial / Trita Parsi

Saudi Princes

How Mohammed bin Salman Has Transformed Saudi Arabia How Mohammed bin Salman Has Transformed Saudi Arabia

In just a few years, the crown prince has seized unprecedented power and wealth, imposed brutal repression to silence critics, and furthered a reckless foreign policy.

May 21, 2018 / Rosie Bsheer

Putin at desk

Who Is Responsible for the New US-Russian Cold War? Who Is Responsible for the New US-Russian Cold War?

A discussion of the Stephen F. Cohen–Michael McFaul debate.

May 16, 2018 / Stephen F. Cohen

Donald Trump Iran Deal

The Dangers of Withdrawing From the Iran Nuke Agreement: A Q&A With Richard Falk The Dangers of Withdrawing From the Iran Nuke Agreement: A Q&A With Richard Falk

Trump has undermined the reliability of multilateral diplomacy, compromised peaceful dispute resolution, and eroded the authority of international law.

May 16, 2018 / Q&A / Daniel Falcone

Honduran TPS protester

Trump’s Cruel Folly: Canceling TPS for Hondurans Will Fuel More Violence Trump’s Cruel Folly: Canceling TPS for Hondurans Will Fuel More Violence

For years the United States has helped perpetuate poverty and authoritarian rule in Honduras. Trump’s decision to end temporary protected status only compounds US complicity.

May 15, 2018 / Lauren Carasik

Bernie Sanders

Watch: Bernie Sanders Hosts a Live Town Hall on the Iran Deal Watch: Bernie Sanders Hosts a Live Town Hall on the Iran Deal

At 7 pm EST, Sanders will discuss the aftermath of Trump's decision to withdraw from the Iran nuclear agreement.

May 14, 2018 / Sen. Bernie Sanders

Iran anti-US

Is Trump’s Abandonment of the Iran Nuke Deal a Prelude to War? Is Trump’s Abandonment of the Iran Nuke Deal a Prelude to War?

His advisers, as well as Israel and Saudi Arabia, will be pushing for one—which is why we have to act now to stop it.

May 11, 2018 / Phyllis Bennis

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The Rise and Fall of the Latin American Left The Rise and Fall of the Latin American Left

Conservatives now control Latin America’s leading economies, but the region’s leftists can still look to Uruguay for direction.

May 9, 2018 / Omar G. Encarnación

Trump and Obama meet

A Proper Rebuke of Donald Trump From an Actual President A Proper Rebuke of Donald Trump From an Actual President

Trump’s choice “turns our back on America’s closest allies,” warns President Obama.

May 8, 2018 / John Nichols

Trump Nuclear Deal

Trump Withdraws From the Nuclear Deal With Iran Trump Withdraws From the Nuclear Deal With Iran

His decision puts US national security at risk while handing a long-sought victory to Netanyahu and the Israel lobby.

May 8, 2018 / James Carden

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